Forcep training??

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Is there a good technique to train Plethodon glutinosus to feed off of forceps? Do the forceps have to be a certain type?
 
I'm sure if your approach is slow and casual they'll get used to it. They'll eventually feed from forceps if they're not to shy. I have some P. montanus that eat from forceps and not to mention my Ambystomids. Slow and steady and let the food wriggle to trigger a strike. Sounds like fishing! Practice makes perfect. Constantly feed with forceps and they should get the idea. Make it a routine they'll get used to it.
 
I'd use long thin forceps that leave a safe distance from the target to your hand. I have forceps that about about 5 inches which I consider short. I've seen people use forceps that were double the length of mine. Good luck!
 
If the worm bit is very small, sometimes a toothpick works better.
 
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