So I think my girls might be boys...

[amyl0u]

With the help of my boyfriend, I was able to get a good look at my degus' bits to see if Pets at Home had sexed them correctly. I was told they were female but now I'm convinced that they're male. I've seen a video on sexing degus by one of the members on here which was very helpful & it has pretty much confirmed what I was thinking. However, I have some doubt in my mind as I haven't kept degus before & don't want to be wrong.

Luckily, both of them appear the same - so no unwanted babies. Phew. I'd just really like to know if they are in fact boys or not. Can anyone help? Maybe if I try to take a picture? It's just a bit difficult.

They do squabble a lot over their wheel - is this more of a male trait? Or just their age/personalities?

[deguconvert]

Totally, take some pictures and we will do our best to help you!

[amyl0u]

I'm really struggling to get a photo of one of them as she (he?) is more interested in facing towards me & doesn't want to face the other way. However, their bits do look the same so hopefully the following picture will help determine what sex they both are. Sorry if it's not very good - it's hard work as you might know! fidget bums.


When I gently lift up the base of the tail slightly, the gap becomes larger than in this picture as she/he was sat down with his/her bum hanging off my hand.

[deguconvert]

In my estimation he is a male.

[aherran]

I agree with you, I've got two females and there is no gap at all.

[amyl0u]

Thank you for your help. I think they're males too.

No more Flo & Penny then! Now they're Ronnie & Reggie.

[bouncy]

Hahaha are they so mischievous??

[moletteuk]

You must be expecting trouble lol?

[amyl0u]

I am expecting trouble (haha). They've both got lovely temperaments so far & they really enjoy each other & my company. They have their mischevious moments though! Like hiding in my hoodie sleeves.