Coming up on day 130...questions

[turtlelady80]

My Cherryhead laid 4 eggs about 130 days ago (127 to be exact)
My question is, do I need to spray eggs to help hatching? There are def torts inside. I candlelit them about 3 weeks ago and saw them moving all around. Now I can hardly see anything as they are completely filling the egg. I just want to make sure they can hatch out ok. Please give me any advice Much appreciated. And if 130 days is normal. I have been excited since day 80 lol and have been checking them daily ever since, waiting for a crack lol.

 

[Momof4]

You must be on pins and needles!! I wish I had an answer for you but I'm sure someone will come along and help.

 

[N2TORTS]

Well everything sounds right on key ….. The anticipation will kill ya ….
Keep your temps stable and humidity up ….no need to really spray the eggs although if a dry type set up wouldn’t hurt at this point to light mist 1x a day . I have cherries that have hatched anywhere from 110 days all the way to 187 days ( and all in between) within the same clutch. The wonder and excitement will definitely keep you on your toes. Pretty cool you can see them move around …..would make a great picture ( hint hint ) I myself don’t touch them from the moment placed into the cooker. After working with 100’s of eggs I can usually pick out the “ bad ones” within a matter of weeks even without candling .
Best of luck and Congrads!

JD~

 

[turtlelady80]

Thank you for the info. And YES I have been dying for a crack! One egg does have a hairline crack. Noticed it about 24 hours ago. Is it normal to have a hairline crack for such a long period of time with no other progress? Wasn't sure if it needs help with misting to help it crack the egg open?

The temp is a steady 87 degrees with humidity between 80- 85

I am nervous because I have had a problem before with a Yellowfoot that couldn't hatch out and died inside the egg. If I didn't go through that experience I wouldn't be so nervous.

 

[N2TORTS]

Once again your feelings and experience thus far is right on track . Many who do breed , only share the plus side and success, while never really sharing their failures. I to have had the same thing happen with "dry" eggs ( like you mention) . How long has your egg been cracked? It, could be a pip and or too much moisture will make eggs crack early on . If you don't smell a really foul smell , chances are your still in luck . Best thing to do is leave it in there and hope for the best. Your temps and humidity sound perfect. Wish ya well~
JD~

 

[turtlelady80]

Thanks for all the positive feedback. I really appreciate it. I feel confident that these guys are OK. And I have to just be PATIENT.