Care Sheet for InsectsAverage Rating Given To This Care Sheet Is 0 (1=lowest, 5=highest) Last Updated: 02/24/2008 |
Main Category: | Non-Reptile/Amphibian |
Sub Category: | Insects |
Care Sheet Submitted By: | Ento890 |
Years Experience: | 3 to 5 Years |
Species: | Stick Insect |
Other Species or Phases this Care Sheet May Cover: | N/A |
Sexing and Characteristics: | Most females are larger than the skinnier, smaller males. |
Mostly Active During: | Night |
Substrate and Water Needs: | Paper towels, nature’s bedding, or mulch are all good substrates. Anything to hold in the moisture. The tank can be sprayed down once a day for water. Do not generally drink out of water bowls. |
Lighting and UVB: | None necessary |
Temperatures and Humidity: | 68-75 is perfect. Humidity should be between 60-70 % |
Heating and Equipment: | None needed |
Caging Provided: | 10 gallon for one adult or pair is fine. |
Diet: | Herbivorous |
Description of Diet: | Eucalyptus leaves, apples, romaine lettuce, dandelion, kale, collard greens |
Supplements, Nutrition and Usage: | Dust with vitamins once a week. |
Maintenance: | N/A |
Some Words on this Species: | Very interesting insect. Becareful with wire screen tops. Sometimes their legs can get caught and fall off. |
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