Is my Horsefield a male or female?

[HorsefieldTortoise12345]

Hi just wondered whether my Horsefield is a male or female. They are 6.2 inches and 7 years old. Thanks

 

[katieandiggy]

Need a picture of the plastron

 

[Tom]

That short tail is looking pretty female.

 

[HorsefieldTortoise12345]

Hope that helps

 

[HorsefieldTortoise12345]

Need a picture of the plastron

 

[Carol S]

Female

 

[cpl1307]

Female

Need a picture of the plastron

I'm really curious how you can tell from the plastron the sex of a tortoise. It's fascinating me question 🤔

 

[wellington]

I'm really curious how you can tell from the plastron the sex of a tortoise. It's fascinating me question 🤔

Plastron shot of the tail, not a plastron shot that doesn't include the tail.
Most species the plastron is concaved. The Russian does not concave.
Also the scute that surrounds the tail is another sign. Whether it's V shaped or half circle kinda shape.

 

[cpl1307]

Plastron shot of the tail, not a plastron shot that doesn't include the tail.
Most species the plastron is concaved. The Russian does not concave.
Also the scute that surrounds the tail is another sign. Whether it's V shaped or half circle kinda shape.

You really need to write a book! Thank you for explaining that

 

[wellington]

You really need to write a book! Thank you for explaining that

Someone does, not me. I never remember the proper terms. Lol