Laying and aftercare questions

[CoppersMomma]

Our latest rescue, Paco, just laid clutch of infertile eggs (as of this posting we have had 20 eggs)...the previous owner had her for about 4 years, though they believed she was a he. Is it possible for this to be her first clutch? Unfortunately her previous owner was completely clueless about dragons. What should we do for her after she's done?

In the meantime, Onyx our other female, was 'diagnosed' with eggs at her vet well visit back in April, and still has not laid her eggs. Is this normal? We only had Paco for just under 2 months, and she laid...

So many questions...someone please enlighten us...

Viv info: Onyx: 18"x24"x48" Basking Temp ranges 95-105, Reptisun 10.0
Paco: 65 Gallon Glass Tank, Same Temps and UV

Diet Info: Collard & Mustard Greens, Crickets, Dubias, (all insects gutloaded with vitamins and calcium, and are also Calcium dusted), Water and coconut water.

 

[BeardedDragonCo]

Yes, it is possible that it is her first clutch in 4 years. Now that she is getting the nutrition she needs and is more healthy, her body feels it is in good enough shape to cycle some eggs. Dragons that have been solitary for a long time may cycle eggs shortly after being around other dragons for the first time too.

All mature females will carry follicles, which are basically the egg without the shell. They produce them in preparation for breeding and can hold them for months if they are not fertilized. They can decide whether they want to complete the process and lay them or not.