Pearl!  The egg hatched during the night (!!!) and we were met this morning by our own dear salamander.  We have named him Invictus (of course!) and he has been performing all kinds of wonderful tunes for us and dancing among the egg cups as we sit on the terrace having breakfast.  What a joy to have him around.  Oh thank you dear!  We have sent the little bird back to you after feeding it sugar water from a thimble.

I Remain As Always, Your Devoted Miss Blue