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dgreptiles
at Sun Oct 25 20:17:33 2009 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by dgreptiles ]
The parents are brother and sister. There probably has been much inbreeding. Genetic mutations are well documented in reptiles, and a malevolent genetic mutation could very well be the cause. I have heard of others with this problem.
I have raised 16 babies in the past under identical conditions with no problems. I don't think it is a humidity problem. I keep half the cage somewhat moist and the other half drier. They choose the dry overnight hide every time. I mist them daily, twice a day during hot weather.
The basking spot is a rock stack in natural sunlight. The upper layer gets very hot (over 120) On very hot days I reduce the amount of light. During cold weather I use a lamp where basking temps range between 110 to 120. I am sure this is not the problem.
Other than the toes they are very healthy and good breeders( I am expecting a third clutch this year any time.)
I guess I will try increasing the humidity in the overnight hide. I have heard some give them a soaking once a week, I'll try that also. I really appreciate your input, Thanks Mike.
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