Things You'll Need
- Towel or heat lamp
- Exacto knife
Instructions
Look for slits in 70 percent or more of the milk snake eggs. These slits are caused by the baby milk snake's tooth. This indicates that the snakes are ready to hatch, but don't force them out. Wait between one or two days before going on to Step 2.
Increase the heat to 82 degrees Fahrenheit to encourage the snakes to hatch. To increase the heat, place a lid or towel over the storage box, or turn on a heat lamp and point it toward the eggs. Make sure the container has ventilation holes so the eggs can breath.
Cut a slit in the eggs that have not cracked on their own with an Exacto knife. Insert a 1 inch long line. Over the line, insert a 1/4 inch long "X" cut. This will allow the baby to squeeze out on its own.