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How much water do I mix in with vermiculite. Anybody got a mix you can recommend???

I think it is one to one by weight.......but I never weigh anything ......

easiest way to do it........

I add a little hot water to vermic' in a box or bowl or right in the incubator.........add and mix WELL......add more of water or vermiculite as needed.......

to tell if it is done.and correct....

I TELL PEOPLE IT WILL STILL LOOK DRY BUT BE MOIST ENOUGH TO STICK TOGETHER IN A LUMP WHEN PRESSED INTO A BALL ....

feels a little damp but like I said.it will almost still look dry.........

let it set a few days.it will change color and may need more water after it sets awhile........

little bit dry can be better than a little too wet......

add water to corners or edges of box if needed ..........never dump water on the eggs..........*(yes I do it ....yes I get away with it........but you may or may not .....)....

bury eggs half way........or less for pythons......

halfway or more for colubrids if needed........
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My humidity is at 85 % - 90% in the incubator is that ok????