The walls are closing in

It's day 47, and I've started noticing some denting. I'm starting to get nervous .... a bit. I know humidity is NOT an issue, so I'm guessing this is normal. I thought the denting occurred a bit closer to the actual hatching, and these don't look 'done' yet when I candle them. Too much space in there. I'm I freaking out over nothing? :oops:

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oh those are beeeeeeeeeeautiful christie!!!!!!

They look fine...They will usually start to dimple in a couple weeks before they hatch...

It's kinda sad to see my pretty eggs all crinkly, but then I come to my senses and realize that soon I'll have pretty babies.... hopefully!!! http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k1...rossed11-1.gif

Oh and thank you Jon. I appreciate the words of reassurance.

I don't think you have anything to worry about. As Jon said, eggs dimple/dent at different times, but usually I start seeing it 2-3 weeks before pipping. Some do it more than others. I can't wait to see pics of the little ones - should be in about a 10 days, right?

I think they'll go a bit longer than 10 days, as I've incubated at about 88 degrees. I'm hoping they hold out for 3 weeks until I get back from my trip, but I'm not going to hold my breath. :rolleyes:

Completely normal for approx 47 days, nothing to worry about. ;) They will gradually dimple even more over the next couple of weeks.

They look gorgeous Christie (even my uneducated eye sees that!) Congrats honey I can't wait to see you first BP babies hatch. :)

:aww: Aww thanks Jo. I'm so excited about these babies! I just can't wait to see what I end up with.

Just a big AWWW! From me :) I hope you get gorgeous, beautimous, healthy babies.

I know nothing of eggs Christie, but can't wait to see the beautuiful babies that pip out:D

Keeping everything crossed for you!!! :D They look great!!! :sunny: :) :sunny:

Christie, I normally build the vermiculite up a bit more so that it comes in contact with those eggs that are stuck on the others and are suspended up in the air.

Those eggs always dent before the rest even if the humidity level is at 100%.

Its nothing to worry about at day 47....

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Thanks girls! :hug: I've been very lucky for all the support I've received here! I couldn't have done it otherise. :grouphug:

Thanks for the tip Neil. I had probably could have covered them a bit more, but I worried about suffocating them. :oops:

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Christie, I normally build the vermiculite up a bit more so that it comes in contact with those eggs that are stuck on the others and are suspended up in the air.

Those eggs always dent before the rest even if the humidity level is at 100%.

Its nothing to worry about at day 47....

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That's exactly what's happening with mine. I'm at 51 days and top ones look like rasins and lower are way plumper. I supported mine also with vermic. Almost here!

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Originally Posted by tigerlily

It's day 47, and I've started noticing some denting. I'm starting to get nervous .... a bit. I know humidity is NOT an issue, so I'm guessing this is normal. I thought the denting occurred a bit closer to the actual hatching, and these don't look 'done' yet when I candle them. Too much space in there. I'm I freaking out over nothing? :oops:

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Its getting close.. congrats.. keep us posted. I know your going crazy:rolleye2:

Actually I can't. :oops: I leave Friday to go to Hawaii for 2 weeks. I will definitely be posting some pics when I get back though. :D

Christie,


Not sure how I missed this! Eeeekkk! I'm so excited for you! I can't wait to see the little monsters in a few weeks!!!! :banana:

Have a BLAST in Hawaii!!!!

Thanks, me either! :w00t: I leave in 2 days, and I should really start packing .... probably.

Hawaii is a much needed break from life right now. This will be an awesome trip. I know you'll be having a great time too this week, so have a safe trip and take LOTS of pics. :clap: (then maybe pm me the link so I can find it when I get back.... :D )

Congrats Christie!!!! (On both accounts)


Neil

Those eggs look beautiful, Christie! And I hope your time in Hawaii is filled with joy and romance and not a care in the world more serious than where to eat dinner and where on the beach you lost your flip flops!!

Thank you Neil. (Happy Birthday and best of luck to you on your eggs as well!)

Thank you too Judy. You gave me goosebumps just thinking about it. The same goes for you, make sure you have take lots of pics and have a safe trip. I know you guys will have an awesome time.

so i know i know nothing about breeding and eggs pippin' but...

if they do come out of their eggs while you are done... are they okay in the incubator box till you get home or do you have someone taking care of that?

AND i can't believe you are finally going! it seems like you've been waiting forever to get on that plane! *congrats*

I do have someone coming by to check on various animals. She was the only one comfortable with the snakes, so it's a major relief. I also gave her a link to this site, so she may stop by to ask a question or two. (if something comes up) She's GREAT! I'm so glad she's doing this, because I'll be able to relax while on this trip knowing she's taking care of things.

what care, exactly is needed for a newly hatched ball?

maybe i could drive up and keep an eye on those eggs...but if they hatch while you are gone you might return to find me and the beebies MIA... :D they look great! :)

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what care, exactly is needed for a newly hatched ball?

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Somebody needs to read VPI's book.:)

ooooo....can't wait!!!

and have lots of fun in Hawaii! :D

The plan is just to have her set up each baby in a small tub with water and a hide. Misting the enclosure a bit, to help with their first sheds. I'll attempt to feed them when I get back. But this is my first time doing this, so feel free to add anything I need to add to that.

Thanks for the offer Emily, but I think I'll take my chances with my friend. :P

Thanks MeMe! I plan on have a ton of fun, as long as I don't come home with an extra souvenir. :rolleyes:

Christie you best have that friend take pics honey! If not for us, for you. You'll want to see what they looked like (and so will we). :)

She's already offered. ;) Did I tell ya she's great or what. She even offered to call/email me as soon as they hatched. :D

You have GREAT looking eggs over there. Nothing wrong with them. That is very normal for them to start to dimple in like that.

Also Neil G said it best with covering them up a bit more. Helps them out in the long run. :) Good luck!!!

Thanks Allison. I'll throw a bit of the substrate on top of them, as I have several inches worth to work with.

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as I have several inches worth to work with.

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So exciting Fluffy :clap:

I just keep setting em up for ya don't I? Thanks Cue. :blowkiss:

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Originally Posted by tigerlily

The plan is just to have her set up each baby in a small tub with water and a hide. Misting the enclosure a bit, to help with their first sheds. I'll attempt to feed them when I get back. But this is my first time doing this, so feel free to add anything I need to add to that.

Thanks for the offer Emily, but I think I'll take my chances with my friend. :P

Thanks MeMe! I plan on have a ton of fun, as long as I don't come home with an extra souvenir. :rolleyes:

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i thought that's all they needed but i wasn't sure.

jason, i have read much of the book but alas, i tend to forget what isn't relevant to me at the time... i guess since i know i can get the info when neeeded... it don't feel the need to store everything inside my little brain :P