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Behavior question

windsor Jan 03, 2004 09:24 AM

Now Herby is head-butting the eggs?!? What does this mean and should I be doing something to help her??

Thanks,
Windy

Replies (3)

skippy Jan 03, 2004 10:27 AM

Igor did that to hers too. She burried them and then I think she was just packing the dirt in by slamming her head on it.
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zrho Jan 03, 2004 04:16 PM

As Skippy pointed out, it is likely a behavioral response to cover the eggs, and pack the area with her head. Below is a shot of my female sporting what folks refer to as "Dirt Helmet"

FroggieB Jan 03, 2004 06:18 PM

>>Now Herby is head-butting the eggs?!? What does this mean and should I be doing something to help her??
>>
>>Thanks,
>>Windy
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