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Subject: Re: a few questions
Posted by JO on February 05, 1999 at 23:29:48:

In Reply to: Re: a few questions posted by Sarah Godden on February 05, 1999 at 18:14:08:

: : i'm a little confused about a few things... first, is corn safe for gliders after all?? because i know most people feed it, but one web page said it has too much phosphorous.

Corn really has no nutrional substance for Sg's and should not be used as main food sourse. A little shouldn't hurt.

what about acidic fruits like tangerines or grapefruits? my gliders reallly like em.

Most people that I have talked to have suggest to keep acidy foods away from your gliders, but a little now and then should be ok. Kind of like being on a diet and sneaking that peice of candy once in awhile.

finally, how long before gliders reproduce? i've heard from some people that it takes 6 months to a year, while others say one to two years. does it really vary that much, or which is right? my pair is a little over 7 months old, and nothing so far, so i was just wondering...

Yes it truly varies that much. Males will start to develop a bald spot nearing sexual maturity and females can range anywhere from 7 months to 2 years.

: p.s. pine and basswood shaving are fine as well for bedding

pine mulch is not good for them at all or most small animals, the smells from the mulch may become toxic and there is too much dust which irriates the lungs which may cause pneumonia. If I felt I needed to use mulch I would use Aspen, but if the bottom of you cage is seperated from the tray I would use paper towels instead.

Hope this helps....

JO

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• Re: a few questions Marmalito 23:52:54 2/05/99 (0)