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P. Metallica (~2in DLS) molt microscopic view; Pic 1 of 2; Expert help needed!
Do I see something there? Yes, but am I positive that it's the beginnings of spermathecae and a uterus externus? No - I'd say I'm about 70% confident that it's a young female at this point. If we examine the next molt and those structures have grown significantly and are starting to darken, then I'll be much more confident.
 
Do I see something there? Yes, but am I positive that it's the beginnings of spermathecae and a uterus externus? No - I'd say I'm about 70% confident that it's a young female at this point. If we examine the next molt and those structures have grown significantly and are starting to darken, then I'll be much more confident.
Thank you NMTs! Really appreciate your input! Will examine the molt again when she/he gets bigger :happy:.
 

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Spermathecae sexing (Molts)
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