On day 53 of my first ever clutch

[spk329]

So.....do you guys snip the eggs on or about day 55 or do you wait until they start piping to snip. Don't want to seem impatient BUT I CAN'T WAIT . Of course I WILL WAIT if I am causing any danger or stress to the little guys by cutting the eggs. Thanks for your help

[LGL]

I personally wait until they start pipping if I decide to cut at all, but you CAN cut starting day 52-55. With that being said, I'd still wait until at least one has pipped before cutting, just to be on the safe side.

[Turbo Serpent]

Depending on temps most will cut around day 52.

[frankykeno]

I cut at or around day 52. Congrats on your first clutch. Can't wait to see the pics!

[spk329]

When you cut does the egg leak out or should it be dry?

[Turbo Serpent]

There will be a gooey fluid in the egg. when you cut the egg try to cut where there are no major veins and only cut a 'V' shape so that the flap can be put back down over the fluid to keep it from being contaminated.

Oh and post pics afterwards too.

[dmaricle]

i took mine in a dark room and candled to check where the main veins are and then i cut on 52. good luck and keep us posted.

[rabernet]

I've got a clutch I'm cutting this Sunday (Day 52), with or without pips.

[spk329]

Does cutting make it easier for them to hatch? Are there any risks?

[spk329]

Just got home to a big surprise......by the way this was a Mojo X Mojo




And my BEL




Thanks everyone for your help.....I will post again when they are out