Its a female, she is absolutely great. she eats every two weeks with no problem, but gets a little nippy when she smells her food around her. she is tamed as a snake can get. i handle her daily with no problems. she has never bit or hissed at me or any one else that has handled her. she was born some time in March 08. he is about 3 to 3 1/2ft. If you have any more question feel free to ask, you can email me at drock1985@gmail.com