breeding rat snakes

[~Suntiger~]

Hello everyone,

About a week ago, maybe more, I noticed that my "MALE" rat snakes were breeding...posted about it here...etc etc and was advised to separate them, which I did. It was also suggested to me that I put them together again after waiting a bit, so I did just now. Less than a minute later, they're at it again! It's much more peaceful-looking this time (so far) so is it safe to assume that one is in fact a female after all? And after they've disentangled themselves, I should separate them again right? Should I put them together again another day, or is twice enough???

Thanks in advance!!