Thamnophis on speed

[ConcinusMan]

Sorry, it needs to be said. It happens. You can reduce the chances of that happening by feeding them very small, very soft meals, very often, instead of big meals that cause a bulge.

[Laura]

I'd be devestated if that happened to Lola! Should I break down her feeds then?

[ConcinusMan]

Your call, you're the momma. It's just that newborns are small and frail. You gotta go easy on them until their organs and muscles develop a bit. It never hurts even an adult to spread their meals out, feeding them less at a time, but more often. I'll see you guys in about 10 hours. It's my bedtime.

[hitsurfer]

I don't know exactly what the mother is. The breeder said: "san francisco (tetrataenia), but not "pure", it's mixed with parietalis".

I think I will listen to you. I will make a big set-up instead of the plastic containers. My theory was (from my experience with other snake babies) that to much space in combination with sharing room with other snakes would stress the babies.

Have a good sleep:-)

[ConcinusMan]

Each snake is different. Even in the wild sometimes the babies stay somewhat together for a while before dispersing. Some snakes are shy eaters and won't eat if there's competition, others see the competition and figure they better get on the ball and compete (eat) too.