Storeria occipitomaculata

[Saji]

I have become the de facto daddy of three neonates. They are feeding on very small cut worms. If anyone has any tips when it comes to these guys I could use it they are microscopic:eek:

Thanks again,
Saji

[guidofatherof5]

Keep them eating and hydrated. Access to water is very important to any neonates. Watch for any retained sheds.
I'm not very familiar with this species but S. dekayi usually doesn't require any additional heat. Maybe Wayne(infernalis) can lend his expertise. ;)

[Saji]

I always wanted to work with Storeria and they landed in my lap (literally) It seems like these guys would naturally have a high mortality rate. Thanks Steve.

[guidofatherof5]

Keep them eating and hydrated. Access to water is very important to any neonates. Watch for any retained sheds.
I'm not very familiar with this species but S. dekayi usually doesn't require any additional heat. Maybe Wayne(infernalis) can lend his expertise. ;)

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[indigoman]

They need no ventral heat or UV light. Temp range 68-77 degrees F. Feed on primarily slugs but earthworms are preferred for availability. They are mostly nocturnal feeders. I would leave mine in a Tupperware container with worm bits and let them feed overnight. Subtrate: Cypress mulch and potting soil mix (50:50) or just cypress mulch with soil on one side. They can get skin lesions if too moist but can also dehydrate on carpet/turf.