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RE: crotalus oreganus

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Posted by: Rich G.cascabel at Wed Jul 28 01:13:27 2010  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Rich G.cascabel ]  
   

Well, it's kind of a trick answer. I am assuming your oreganus just bred as mid July is the breeding season in the wild. Gestation is about 4 months. Thing is, your female won't ovulate till she comes out of hibernation in April(provided she has ample food, water and a basking light), the young would be born next June or July.

I firmly believe the females can control whether or not they ovulate. If their needs are not properly met, they may very well choose not to do so. I would follow the natural pattern of things, give her a four month hibernation at least (Dec till April), make sure there is a basking light with a hot spot of at least 90F. as soon as she comes out of hibernation, and give her plenty of meals.Small more frequent meals are better than huge meals.

Good luck!

Rich


   

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