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Posted by Rob Carmichael on September 22, 2002 at 10:16:35:
In Reply to: one moe thing.... posted by regalringneck on September 22, 2002 at 07:15:08:
Although I have only been breeding eastern indigos for a few years, I have worked with enough stubborn babies to make some general statements about their husbandry. SECURITY is absolutely the most important consideratin in getting these snake to feed (particularly on rodents, etc.). I provide a paper towel tube and my baby indigos spend most of their time in them. When food is placed in the open in their cage, it is ignored. However, when that same food item (either a frozen/thawed fuzzy or 1-day old quail) is placed just inside their tube, it is usually eaten. I have been fortunate in that I haven't had to resort to snakes, lizards, frogs, etc. but perhaps it is something as simple as providing a secure enclosure/hide areas that does the trick (and patience)....now if I can only say the same thing about my gray banded king hatchlings!
:I notice you're feeding her in the open...my limited experience w/ guardians indicates the neonates up to 6 months or so are very shy, mine would act uninterested & then eat whatever the prey was; usually lizards/snakes or mice, after nightfall, while in cover! So be sure not to confuse "pickyness" w/ shyness.
:C&B; jg
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::Well here she is the queen of pickiness. This girl will only eat snakes and believe me as i have tried just about everything. I know she will grow out of it but man is she costing me money. The plus side is if i should gt lucky in 4 years i know what to expect and things to try. I know it's not the best food item but any food is better than no food. The plus side is their are cb.
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