Pinhead Possibility?

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Hello all. I was collecting newly laid eggs when I noticed that a couple of them looked different-- and low and behold I'd missed three from the last clutch. They all hatched within 24 hours after that, and so far I've been keeping them well fed with BBS in a tupperware container. However, I've noticed two of the three seem to have a hard time eating properly and never seem to have a full belly like the third. I'll attach pictures, with the one I know is normal and doing well for comparison, but I'm wondering if it's the pinhead mutation? If it is it's not as severe as I've seen it, but is it still humane to try and bring these two up if they can continue to eat the bare minimum to survive? Or do I cull them humanely to prevent a life of difficulties based on the deformity? Any advice would be incredibly welcome.
 

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They look fine to me, as long as there is enough food in the container to go around then just give them time.
 
Okay, thank you. :) I'll continue to do what I'm doing with feeding and regular water changes and hope they get more of an appetite soon!
 
The pinhead mutation means they can't eat anything, so if there is orange in their bellies it's not that. Give them another few days, they may just be slow starters.
 
That's what I'm hoping! They have slightly pointier faces, but hey-- might just be variations that are totally healthy. I'll keep you guys updated. :)
 
Slow starters it is, I believe! Here's an update-- everyone seems to be eating well and I daresay I even spot some front limb buds on one.
 

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