3 day old hatchlings

Geckos Crested Geckos
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Hey all!

So we have new members of our clan that joined us 3 days ago! Beautiful baby crested geckos and our first hatchlings :slight_smile:

I’ve been so on top of what I’ve needed to do for them. I’m aware most people wait until the 3rd day to offer food so that the babies will learn to eat their shed properly.

My question/concern is, we found a small piece of shed in the front of the enclosure this morning. How do I know if they are shedding/eating the shed the way they are supposed to? I’m due to offer them the food tonight.

Thanks in advance

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Never heard about that tbh, I’ve never been concerned about whether or not they eat their shed, the main thing that matters is that they get it all off. They typically do it instinctively, but it’s nothing to be concerned about if they don’t. Also, personally, I just feed them the next time Im due to feed the geckos anyway, afaik the main reason some people wait a little bit is simply because they tend not to eat for a few days, since they’re full from absorbing the yolk :blush:

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