First Dubias

[techdave]

Just got my first Dubias today!!! Only 5 females and 1 male, but I still got em!!! I know that's not very many for breeding, but it's a start. lol

 

[Phoenix17June2009]

yay!!! its always exciting to do something new, good luck with breeding!!!!

 

[techdave]

Thanks Can't seem to find a heat pad without auto-shut off. Guy at the store said that he thinks it's a federal law to have them now.

 

[landoflor]

http://www.amazon.com/Sunbeam-756-500-Standard-Arthritic-Controller/dp/B00006IV4N
this is were i got mine and my roaches love it

edit for spelling

 

[marctre]

Thanks Can't seem to find a heat pad without auto-shut off. Guy at the store said that he thinks it's a federal law to have them now.

CVS cheap model ($15.99 I think) doesn't have auto shut-off

 

[sivuh5]

Got mine at Rite=Aid, no auto shut off. Try the chain drug stores... Walgreens, CVS, Rite-Aid, etc. I know I couldn't find one at Walmart without auto shut off.

 

[techdave]

The one I got is from walgrens. They only had ones with autoshut off. I'll check Riteaid. thx

 

[Twobeardieguy]

Let us know how the breeding goes and finding a pad.

 

[Slapshot]

I found mine at CVS with no auto shut off, CVS brand

 

[jewelmick]

I got mine at Kroger.

Seems to be working....I try not to bother them too much, other then replenishing food and water.

How do you count them?

How many do I need to start feeding out of it?

How long does it take for a good sized nymph to become adult?