Aussie Breeding Success Dec 2016/Jan2017

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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by Renroc » Wed Dec 21, 2016 6:58 am

GabyRaven wrote:OMG ITS SO CUTE! Congratulations!!! Look at that little face Image You sir, have done this impossible Image


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Why thank you Gaby but I am in fact a female of the human species. Name of Sue.... :-)
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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by GabyRaven » Wed Dec 21, 2016 7:18 am

Renroc wrote:
GabyRaven wrote:OMG ITS SO CUTE! Congratulations!!! Look at that little face Image You sir, have done this impossible Image


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Why thank you Gaby but I am in fact a female of the human species. Name of Sue.... :-)
My bad! You, madam, have my utmost admiration ImageImage


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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by cap7 » Wed Dec 21, 2016 8:04 am

Your dedication has paid off, your willingness to keep trying will help in the learning process. This is so amazing to follow!


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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by GotButterflies » Wed Dec 21, 2016 9:52 am

Still so excited for you! Awesome! Can't wait to hear more!


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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by Renroc » Wed Dec 21, 2016 4:05 pm

Thursday 22nd December Day 19

0730 OK 6 at least (it’s so hard to keep track) on the sand running around climbing things. 5 on the sand ramp out of water but not on land yet.
I got some good photos and more video. This is amazing to think that I may have 11 more crabs in a few days time.
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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by shanedaman112 » Wed Dec 21, 2016 4:33 pm

Renroc wrote:Thursday 22nd December Day 19

0730 OK 6 at least (it’s so hard to keep track) on the sand running around climbing things. 5 on the sand ramp out of water but not on land yet.
I got some good photos and more video. This is amazing to think that I may have 11 more crabs in a few days time.
I'm hyped :)
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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by aussieJJDude » Wed Dec 21, 2016 6:32 pm

Oh, ths is the fun part. I'm sad I missed out on a bit of the fun, but its amazing to see that your hard work has paid off! :) What an amazing christmas present.
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Aussie Breeding Success Dec 2016/Jan2017

Post by Renroc » Wed Dec 21, 2016 11:33 pm

Thursday 22nd December Day 19

0730 OK 6 at least (it’s so hard to keep track) on the sand running around climbing things. 5 on the sand ramp out of water but not on land yet.
I got some good photos and more video. This is amazing to think that I may have 11 more crabs in a few days time.

1400 2 of stragglers in the mega jars have finally chosen shells. One was in a shell that looks just like a cornetto icecream. (Aussies will know this reference) Both raced straight to the top of the pool as soon as they were placed in the transition pool. Cornetto kept his shell on the other did a nudi run. I tried to squirt it back into the water with an eyedropper but that didn't work so I put the shell at the top of the exit ramp. Still 3 stragglers who are either too slow to know what shells are all about or too jolly fussy and can't find one out of the 30 or so that they like. Open cupboard and say OMG I've got nothing to wear. :lol:
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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by Rawrgeous » Thu Dec 22, 2016 1:19 am

Renroc wrote:Thursday 22nd December Day 19

0730 OK 6 at least (it’s so hard to keep track) on the sand running around climbing things. 5 on the sand ramp out of water but not on land yet.
I got some good photos and more video. This is amazing to think that I may have 11 more crabs in a few days time.

1400 2 of stragglers in the mega jars have finally chosen shells. One was in a shell that looks just like a cornetto icecream. (Aussies will know this reference) Both raced straight to the top of the pool as soon as they were placed in the transition pool. Cornetto kept his shell on the other did a nudi run. I tried to squirt it back into the water with an eyedropper but that didn't work so I put the shell at the top of the exit ramp. Still 3 stragglers who are either too slow to know what shells are all about or too jolly fussy and can't find one out of the 30 or so that they like. Open cupboard and say OMG I've got nothing to wear. :lol:
Congratulations! You are doing so awesome! I'm so looking forward to hear about how these guys grow up! :) This is truly exciting! :cheer: The bit about them being picky does crack me up though, I suppose it shows they are fussy even as babies. :D
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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by Renroc » Thu Dec 22, 2016 1:54 am

Water changed food added for those still there. Some sprinkled on the damp top of the exit ramps. Heat mats on thermostat. Tank sealed with masking tape to prevent escapees and they will have to fend for themselves for 24hours while I am off north to go scuba diving. They fend for themselves in the big wide ocean so should be fine in my transition tank. :-)
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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by Kermie16 » Thu Dec 22, 2016 9:55 am

Happy Dance!!!! What a great way to end 2016:D


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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by GotButterflies » Thu Dec 22, 2016 10:15 am

Totally agree with Kermie16!


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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by hprmom » Thu Dec 22, 2016 10:52 am

Sue, you're an inspiration! Truly the bright spot on the internet right now. Congratulations!! :clap:
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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by LadyJinglyJones » Thu Dec 22, 2016 3:01 pm

This just makes me so happy ! You are amazing - thanks so much for taking us along for the ride! :D
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Re: Aussie Breeding attempt #2 Dec 2016

Post by mlakers » Thu Dec 22, 2016 4:19 pm

This is so amazing! And so generous of you to share! I've had one failed attempt this year (U.S.) and am hoping for another shot come summer.

I'm wondering, for the new hatchlings, did you keep the light on 24 hours a day like some others have done? Or did you give them regular day/night cycles? I'm torn as to which to do for my next attempt.
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