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How long should one wait before offering a neonate food?

saunch Aug 20, 2004 02:40 PM

Just had some hypo's hatch and was wondering how long to wait before offering them their first meal?
Thanks to all for the great support and help.
Sandro

Replies (2)

leedj Aug 20, 2004 08:11 PM

I have talked to some breeders, and they say it is ok to feed right out of the egg, but I'm no pro. Derek

Matt Campbell Aug 20, 2004 10:59 PM

Your best bet is to probably wait for the hatchlings to go through their first shed. Most all babies will have some yolk reserve to live off of for several days or even weeks before they go through their first shed. After that first shed go ahead and offer the food of choice.
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Matt Campbell
Animal Keeper, Small Mammal/Reptile House
Lincoln Park Zoo Chicago, Illinois

Assistant Curator
Wildlife Discovery Center at Elawa Farm
Lake Forest, Illinois

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