how old for females first eggs?

[vydalbabi]

My female panther is about 10.5 - 11 months old now and she has not laid any eggs yet. How long until I should be expecting them? is there an age that is too old and I should be worried that she hasnt laid yet? For the last month I thought she had eggs cuz she was getting lazy and not eating as much buit in the last week she is much more active and has regained her appetite. yes she has a laying bin

 

[Lathelia]

If you haven't bred her, it's normal. She may never lay eggs, it's not something to worry about, you should be happy!
Each clutch takes a lot from females, so they don't live as long as males do. Most keepers try to avoid that by limiting their food intake and lowering temps in enclosures.
You might be lucky enough not to go through the whole egg laying thing, but don't get rid of the laying bin. Better be safe then sorry

 

[vydalbabi]

Thanks thats great news! I guess I have been worrying for no reason lol she must have just been moody. Do you know if it is safe for her to breed even if she has not laid an infertile clutch? I have a male already and I want to breed them when shes about 1.5 yrs

 

[laurie]

Not laying an infertile clutch is a good thing. It has nothing to do with when you choose to breed. Breeding her at a 1 1/2 years is excellent. Make sure she is healthy and the right size. At the age you plan to breed her size should be good.

 

[vydalbabi]

Okay thanks