the best way to feed hatchlings?

[bigballs]

Drop them in, not on top of them, and leave them be... I walk away, considering mouse hoppers can do very little if any damage, and the snakes tend to be a bit self-consious the first time.

Some will take immediately, some won't...

Good luck

thanks heather! i was thinking of doing just that. how long should i wait before checking back?
i already have a little hopper enclosure ready for the hatchlings that may not take.

Don't be surprised if some don't take to it the first time, or the second time, or the third. Some just aren't as quick as others to pick up on the whole concept of hunting for their own dinner. Out of 11 hatchlings we've had so far this year we are down to 1 that isn't eating independently quite yet but it'll get there. Just don't panic and rush into assist feeding or anything like that.

ya im not even thinking of assist feeding at the moment. i'll give em a few weeks before i start to panic...

good luck with your little hold out!