Well, I checked with Lindsey Pike re: Egyptians 'cause I really would like to get one. We love our Ornate and would like to add a big boy to the collection. Is there a compelling reason NOT to get an Egyptian? We currently have the Ornate (DeerFern Farms), 2 Bearded Dragons, a handful of Crested Geckos, and a Sand Boa (not to mention the dogs/cats/fish). The other option is to get another Ornate to buddy up with our guy Houston....any feedback will be appreciated!
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Should I or shouldn't I........
2mnypetz
May 05, 2005 05:27 PM
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purduecg
May 05, 2005 07:43 PM
I got a phenomenal Egyptian baby (Mosca) from Lindsay last October (born in August). He/She was a huge pig about food from day one (literally), friendly, and sociable. Lindsay has been wonderful about answering questions I have had both before and after I got Mosca.
The only thing I would prepare for is that they grow, FAST. I thought I would be able to get at least a year or 2 out of the 40 gallon breeder I currently have Mosca in, but I am going to have to build him a new cage this summer.
The other thing is minor, he eats, A LOT. Think twice their body size in greens. 
All said though, it took me a long time to find an Egyptian, and I wouldn't give him up for the world. Come join the party!
Elizabeth
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1.0 Mali Uro Archimedes
0.0.1 Egyptian Uro Zuberi Mosca Khu (Mosca)
0.0 Fish
0.1 Sulcata Minnie
1.1 Iguanas Flik and Loki
0.1 Newfoundland Jasmine
0.1 Feline Winter
Indiana & Wisconsin
2mnypetz
May 06, 2005 09:27 PM
Well...I did it. Lindsey said they're 4 to 6 inches, about 15-29 grams. He bought them with paperwork indicating captive bred imports and said as soon as he got them home they went right to eating. I thought about waiting for one of his later this fall/winter, but he said they're very healthy. So I feel good about ordering one from him. I'll keep you posted, thanks for the reply
purduecg
May 09, 2005 08:12 AM
Congratulations! I cannot wait to hear about your experience ans to see pictures.
Elizabeth
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1.0 Mali Uro Archimedes
0.0.1 Egyptian Uro Zuberi Mosca Khu (Mosca)
0.0 Fish
0.1 Sulcata Minnie
1.1 Iguanas Flik and Loki
0.1 Newfoundland Jasmine (RIP)
0.1 Feline Winter
Indiana & Wisconsin
2mnypetz
May 10, 2005 07:15 PM
Well....he/she arrives Thursday AM so I'm busy getting the enclosure s/u. I had a great conversation with Lindsay Pike on Saturday so I feel very good about the decision to get the Egyptian, even though it's not from Lindsay's stock. I've decided to house it in a 30g breeder as a temporary while we finish our home built enclosures. Since it's so small, I'm not sure what size to make the new enclosure...planning for a big boy eventually! Thanks for your encouragement!
