Hey, how's it going? I have two african sidenecks (pelomedusa subrufa) that have been mating for some time. The female is getting antsy and has been digging like she is about to lay eggs. I am familiar with the breeding of sliders, but I have a few questions about this species... What substrate is best for her to lay her eggs in? I'm guessing wet sand would probably be best, giving the nature of their habitat in the wild. Also, what temperature would you reccomend? Is it similar to sliders? Any help would be appreciated! Thank you so much!
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Female sideneck laying eggs, need help!
copyleftpenguin
Feb 11, 2004 11:48 AM
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jsherps
Feb 13, 2004 04:52 PM
>>Hey, how's it going? I have two african sidenecks (pelomedusa subrufa) that have been mating for some time. The female is getting antsy and has been digging like she is about to lay eggs. I am familiar with the breeding of sliders, but I have a few questions about this species... What substrate is best for her to lay her eggs in? I'm guessing wet sand would probably be best, giving the nature of their habitat in the wild. Also, what temperature would you reccomend? Is it similar to sliders? Any help would be appreciated! Thank you so much!
You can use anything from top soil to bed a beast to wet sand...as long as it binds together well to allow to make a nice chamber for the eggs.
From Keeping and Breeding Freshwater Turtles by Russ Gurley:
African Hinged Mud Turtle (Pelomedusa subrufra)...60-70 days at 82F with a 75-85% humidity level.
Good Luck 
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