What to feed hatchlings?

[1happymommy]

I'm taking care of babies that are two weeks old and I need ideas. I only have them for a few weeks and want them to be healthy.
There is one that is weaker & I have not seen him eat a cricket. Can I feed him something else to put a small amount of weight on him before he gets weaker?
Maybe baby food? Please help.

 

[Akeath]

You can try baby food, yes, sugar free chicken would be good for him, as it has the protein in it. You could also try feeding him some small phoenix or silkworms with tongs, and see if he takes to either of those.

 

[citrusdragon]

I separate a weak dragon from the others in case of illness, and let it gain strength before reintroduced into the group. It might need more heat, UVB, hydration or sometimes a little breathing room.

Sadly, sometimes they just don't make it through the first 6 weeks

Good luck and keep us posted,

Jeff