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turtle88a
at Mon Jun 13 20:39:54 2005 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by turtle88a ]
Ok, I suggest that in regards to the vermiculite, you have to "moisten" it BEFORE you use it. It should Clump when you squeeze it but NOT drip. When I get it to that stage, I cover the eggs completely with vermiculite. Humidity, If sealed, I find is maintained at a steady 70-80 percent. Temperature of 80 usually gives a mixture of sex.If at 84 degrees, mostly females. I don't go higher because I do not want to chance on killing the eggs. Some indentation is normal. NO need to mist everyday if the mixture of water with the vermiculite is right. No need to panic at this time. BUT the damage could have already been done. Depends on how long you have incubated them this way. You only misted the top half & the bottom was dry.
I have had many eggs hatch with small indentations. If the indentation is very large - (lets say 1/3) I wouldn't get my hopes up. I've incubated many, many eggs. I always keep a large bag of vermiculite available. I think its a 40 quart bag I go through every few years. BTW, I suggest you make a mark on the egg that is face up. This way when you move them, you put it in the proper position or you'll wind up killing the egg. Good luck.
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RE: Dented eggs--Help!!! - turtle88a, Mon Jun 13 20:39:54 2005