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#1792961

Bricespice
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HELP!?

Okay-
I posted this message on my previous topic, but thought it might get more attention on a seperate post!

My babies started hatching today at about 2pm. Since I saw them at 2pm and it is now 7pm, they have not progressed any further of getting out of the egg. At what point should I "help" them out of the egg and how would I do this.

I have read postings of people doing it only in case of emergencies

07/12/08 07:29pm

#1792968

BeardiePal
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Message To: Bricespice In reference to Message Id: 1792961

HELP!?

I would never help them out. They look good. Sometimes it takes them awhile to get out. I have had them take 12 -15 hours before. I think they will be ok. Take good care and keep us posted. Beth

07/12/08 07:37pm

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Message To: BeardiePal In reference to Message Id: 1792968

HELP!?

Mist them good to make sure they dont dry out while they are hatching. -Jay

07/12/08 08:32pm

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Message To: Bricespice In reference to Message Id: 1792961

HELP!?

I once helped a baby beardie out of its shell, but as a result it had hardly any muscle. For the next 24 hours it looked like it was dead. Luckily it eventually got over this and learned how to move like a normal dragon. I strongly recommend that you let the babies hatch on their own. It allows them to build muscles which they need.

07/12/08 11:59pm