2 weeks is a long time for that to work now but try it anyway. When I run into that I keep them in a covered (with holes) deli cup with moist paper towel or cloth towel for 24/7 for at least a week or more.



I'll bet it will straighten out over time.



Ed





>>EJ The tortoise has been out 2 weeks now and these pics were taken today. The top pic gives the best perspective of the depth of the dip. I have been soaking it and during the first week it sat on wet paper towels absorbing it's yolk. I hope your right but this is a deep dip, unlike folds I've also seen in new hatchlings....Thanks for your observation - I hope your right! later Richard

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>>Richard -amazoa-

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>>"Changes in behavior occur when the pain of staying the same outweighs the pain of change."
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Ed @ Tortoise Keepers

Trying to keep the fun in Chelonian care

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