MDS Update:
Sad news, the 1st seed did not germinate. I had it in water for 24 hours and then paper towel for a further 7 days with nadda.
Great news, the 2nd seed popped showing a tail in 24hours sitting in water! This seed has now been lovingly planted into a 1cm layer of worm castings that top a speedcup filled with BX.
Game back on and hoping for a female!