How old is Ranon?

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Beak Jr

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I am wondering if anyone can help me make an educated guess of Ranon's age. He has been in my care for almost 2 years, and the family he was with before had him for 5. He was purchased from Petco by that same family, so I am assuming he must have been a few years old when they got him. His details are as follows:

Carapace length: 5.625"
Carapace width: 5.625"
Head length: 1"
Weight: 13oz

He is old enough to at least initiate mating behavior which I witnessed when he was housed with a female. They have been separated because he became very aggressive towards her. No eggs were laid during that time.

If anyone could help me make an educated guess at his age I would appreciate it.

Thanks,
Beak Jr

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Hello and Welcome.:). The ones at Petco are usually wild caught adults or close to adults, specially five years ago. They also are usually 4-5 years old. So, my best bet would be yours is around 11-13 years old.
 

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Also....this species loses their mind when mating is in play and they can turn viciously aggressive...also, pairs are a hard thing to do as there is usually no true harmony...

Lovely tort by the way :D
 
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