NEW ARRIVAL š„ ADULT: Mesotopus Tarandus (MT)
NEW ARRIVAL š„ ADULT: Mesotopus Tarandus (MT)
MT has an interesting feature ā it's a vibrating insect! Just like putting a phone on vibrate mode, it's quite fascinating. Be careful not to reach out and touch him when he's vibrating; there's a high chance of getting pinched and get hurted! MT is one of the few who cares for stag beetles' female. If you put a male and female beetle together, they will spend the whole day eating and mating.
Native Habitat: Africa
Features: The exoskeleton is extremely smooth and shiny, resembling a piano's mirrored lacquer finish that sparkles when exposed to light.
Size: 45-93mm
Adult Lifespan Once Active: 6-18 months
Larval Period: 9-16 months
Behavior: DTI tends to have a docile temperament.
Substrate and Air Temperature: 64-75Ā°F (18-24Ā°C) / 60-80%
Beetle Food: Beetle jelly
Difficulty: Beginners
Rearing Tips: It's best to keep them individually, whether as adults or larvae.
**Caution: Do not release them.
Adult Rearing Tips:
It's recommended to rear them with temperature control.
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