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Baby eyelash vipers
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by snakeguy101 on August 20, 2010
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I suspect that mt female Bothriechis schlegelii is gravid and was wondering if you guys had any tips on how to get the babies off to a good start. I know that they are tough to get feeding, any tips on this? What about a good secure enclosure for something this small?
Thanks for the help guys.
~Chris~
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by CanadianSnakeMan on August 20, 2010
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As for the feeding, you'll have to use pieces of pinkys. I find that they'll eat best when the prey item is still warm (so keep a glass of warm water nearby to dip it in every couple of minutes).
You'll also get better results if you feed them after the lights have been out for about an hour.
You have to be very creful when choosing enclosures for these guys because they can escape from almost anything! If you use a tupperware container or something like it, make sure the lid fits very tightly all the way around and burn the air holes into the plastic with a SMALL soldering iron to avoid cracking (or just heat up a long nail with a lighter if you don't have one).
Also, try keeping the collection of smaller containers in a bigger container with its own air holes poked in it (like a clear plastic rubbermaid storage bin so they can get some light). This will save you money heating all the little guys and it provides added security in case of an escape.
Keep updating and let us know how it goes! :)
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by Cro on August 21, 2010
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Chris,
Dissolve some sea salt in that warm water you dip the pinks in, as that will help cause a bite and hold response.
Many folks who raise those snakes will place each one in a small container like a tall deli cup, with a bit of plastic plant or that green plastic screen mesh in it.
If you touch the mouse to their neck or tail, they will often turn and bite it. Just be prepared to quickly let go and back off and make no movement, and hopefully, they will go ahead and swallow. If they spit it out, dip it again in the warm salty water, and repeat.
They will take a lot of patience.
You can also use things like morning geckos and glass frogs as food. Some folks have good luck with those.
Best Regards
John Z
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by Crotalusssp on August 21, 2010
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I would also like to add, that Dr. Bob would be an excellent person to email with any questions you have on this species as he has great success with them.
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by BobH on August 22, 2010
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Everyone has made great comments. Individual small container mentioned above are great. Make sure there is good ventilation. You will need to mist them at least every couple of days, but change the bedding to make sure it is not too moist in the container. I prefer to start them with pinky heads. The "football" shape make it more difficult for the snakes to dislodge and shake out. You can feed the rest to other snakes or freeze for later. Once you get them feeding, they become fairly easy captives to raise. Good Luck!
Bob
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by snakeguy101 on August 22, 2010
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Thank you everyone. I will let you guys know if she pops but I am still not 100% sure if she is gravid so we will see.
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