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Comparison of accuracy for each tested sex identification method
| Method | Overall accuracy | % accuracy: males | % accuracy: females |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body length (SVL) | 73.9 % | 81.5 % | 63.2 % |
| Body weight | 71.7 % | 77.8 % | 63.2 % |
| Nuptial pads | 95.7 % | 92.6 % | 100.0 % |
| Ultrasound | 93.4 % | 88.9 % | 100.0 % |
| Urinary testosterone | 66.7 % | 44.0 % | 100.0 % |
| Urinary estrone | 83.3 % | 100.0 % | 58.8 % |
| Urinary hormones (T/E ratio) | 95.2 % | 92.0 % | 100.0 % |
