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10-19-2010, 03:42 PM

I just got two pairs of pure Mexican hognose babies from Mike Russo. Each is around 11grams and all are very active. The problem starts when it comes to the food. They all start to be very defensive (way more than any westerns) refusing thawed pinkies. I was told by Mike to use a toad for scenting but some sources say that Mexicans do not eat toads feeding mostly on lizards? Does anybody have any proved experience with starting Mexican Hogs on thawed pinkies?

Any help is appreciated!

10-19-2010, 03:42 PM	#1
Dumerils World	Feeding issues with Mexican Hognoses I just got two pairs of pure Mexican hognose babies from Mike Russo. Each is around 11grams and all are very active. The problem starts when it comes to the food. They all start to be very defensive (way more than any westerns) refusing thawed pinkies. I was told by Mike to use a toad for scenting but some sources say that Mexicans do not eat toads feeding mostly on lizards? Does anybody have any proved experience with starting Mexican Hogs on thawed pinkies? Any help is appreciated!