Triplet update--Huey, Dewey and...Peanut

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The triplet cherryheads that emerged last Sunday are all still alive and looking better each day. Since they were separated on Tuesday they have been quietly absorbing their yolk inside the incubator.
The larger two have just a little bump of it left and I think they will both be OK...

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In fact, I offered them a little bit of soaked Mazuri this morning and they both jumped on it...

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The smallest has also absorbed his yolk although I am a little concerned about the remaining extra tissue that was from the separation. I am hoping this dries up and sheds off along with the yolk sac membrane...

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Like his larger siblings I also offered him a little bit of Mazuri today. He seemed to go for it...

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I am becoming cautiously optimistic about them all making it. We named them Huey, Dewey and....Peanut.
Yes I know, the last one is supposed to be Louie. But Peanut fits better so...
 

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Very nice Mr. Carl ... thanks for the constant updates .. its very interesting to say the least ~

JD~:)
 

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So glad to hear these little ones are doing well!
 

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What a bunch of little miracles. Please continue to keep us posted, this is fascinating.
 

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That is so wonderful, they look great! I am so hppy they all three are surviving and looking strong!
 

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I think they will make it, Peanut looks great! The other two also looked nice and strong, just smaller than the normal hatchling, Peanut of course is miniscule compared to a normal hatchling but still full of energy! Fingers crossed that the "belly button" heals totally.
 

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Peanut is a "peanut"!! What a tiny little thing! I agree with the person who said he looks like a cartoon :p
Fingers crossed that they continue doing well!!
 

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Carl, they are wonderful little fighters, and what more could I say about Peanut. He's adorable!! He looks like a little beetle, with those big eyes.
 

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One look at Peanut and I think each and every one of us want to take him home. I had been wondering about the three of them. So glad to see this update and seeing each of them eating was such a treat!
 

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I've been waiting for an update - what great news that so far so good with all three! And the names are fitting! Can't wait to continue to read updates!
 

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Peanut is the perfect name! Gosh. He's such a cute little guy. I love his small body and big head/eyes! :D Please continue updating!
 
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