Method of semen collection and artificial insemination in snakes

This study focuses on the method for sperm extraction and artificial insemination in snakes. Ten adult healthy snakes (4.6) have been included in the study (Pantherophis guttatus 1.3; Hydrodynastes gigas 1.1; Corallus hortulanus 1.1; and Sanzinia madagascariesis 1.1). Massage of the ventral part of the caudal third of the male snake body for two to three minutes was performed successfully for the semen collection. Both female and male P. guttatus and H. gigas were placed in brumation, with the female snakes being assessed for ovarian activity after emerging from dormancy.

Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 12, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Matteo Oliveri, Alena Bartoskova, Filippo Spadola, Manuel Morici, Marco di Giuseppe, Zdenek Knotek Source Type: research