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    What day should I cut my BP eggs

    My eggs are 51 days now. They are incubating at between 89-91. Of course none have piped yet. So my question is when should I cut a small slit in the top? This is my first clutch and I’ve heard anywhere from 50 day to don’t cut them at all. So, I just need some more opinions.

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    Re: What day should I cut my BP eggs

    I've been breeding for 6 or 7 years now. My recommendation is to not cut until the first one pips on its own. I know it is so hard to wait. There are variables beyond the temp and number of days. There is the size of the egg itself and the amount of material that has to develop. There is whether or not all of your gauging is accurate, and then there is just nature. Cutting eggs, in my opinion leaves you more vulnerable to complications versus being of benefit. The other thing is that cutting will not change the results of the genetics nor the time in which the snake will climb out of the egg. They typically leave the egg about 24 to 36 hours after they pip. If you cut 3 days early and do no harm, they will climb out of the egg in 3 days plus 24 to 36 hours after you cut. It just isn't worth the risk. Patience grasshopper. They will pip.

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    Re: What day should I cut my BP eggs

    Quote Originally Posted by rlditmars View Post
    I've been breeding for 6 or 7 years now. My recommendation is to not cut until the first one pips on its own. I know it is so hard to wait. There are variables beyond the temp and number of days. There is the size of the egg itself and the amount of material that has to develop. There is whether or not all of your gauging is accurate, and then there is just nature. Cutting eggs, in my opinion leaves you more vulnerable to complications versus being of benefit. The other thing is that cutting will not change the results of the genetics nor the time in which the snake will climb out of the egg. They typically leave the egg about 24 to 36 hours after they pip. If you cut 3 days early and do no harm, they will climb out of the egg in 3 days plus 24 to 36 hours after you cut. It just isn't worth the risk. Patience grasshopper. They will pip.
    Ok, thank you. I am not worried about how long it takes them or anything. I just don’t want any to drown. I’ll wait for the first one to pip.


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    Definitely wait until at least one (I usually wait until 2 or more) has pipped on its own. Premature cutting is one of the things that is most troubling about breeders, especially new ones. I know it's hard to be patient but the snakes will be healthier and thank you for waiting.
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