Feeding questions I forgot to ask

[ReleaseTheQuacken]

Then create a seal behind the back panel or crush the heads of the feeders

which feeder would likely illicit good feeding response even if crushed head? also I am not sure how to seal it.

 

[JonnyTorch]

which feeder would likely illicit good feeding response even if crushed head? also I am not sure how to seal it.

Aquarium safe silicon, or just remove it. And red runners and dubia work with crushed head.

 

[ReleaseTheQuacken]

Aquarium safe silicon, or just remove it. And red runners and dubia work with crushed head.

Fair. Can i silicone it with t in there? probably a bad idea?

 

[JonnyTorch]

Fair. Can i silicone it with t in there? probably a bad idea?

Ya don't do that. You just shouldn't over worry, don't even worry about it and just drop feeders in.

 

[ReleaseTheQuacken]

Ya don't do that. You just shouldn't over worry, don't even worry about it and just drop feeders in.

Okay. Do the red goblins illicit good feeding response? and would they potentially breed in my house if it got out?

 

[DomGom TheFather]

Goblins stink.

Use hot glue.

 

[ReleaseTheQuacken]

Goblins stink.

Use hot glue.

Oh god. Any non stinkers? ones who wont breed outside the enclosure? Is hot glue safe to use?

 

[JonnyTorch]

Goblins stink.

Use hot glue.

As in feeding response or smell?

Just curious. I've heard they are similar to red runners. I've used Red runners never goblins.

 

[DomGom TheFather]

They just smell bad.
They seem to only really thrive with higher humidity so a colony can develop quite the odor.

I just like hot glue. It's non toxic and comes off as easy as it goes on. It's like the painter's tape of glue.

Most feeder roaches will have a difficult time establishing themselves in the northeast but we should always be careful.

 

[ReleaseTheQuacken]

They just smell bad.
They seem to only really thrive with higher humidity so a colony can develop quite the odor.

I just like hot glue. It's non toxic and comes off as easy as it goes on. It's like the painter's tape of glue.

Most feeder roaches will have a difficult time establishing themselves in the northeast but we should always be careful.

Do they make the enclosure smell? What other feeders can I use that are found in a LPS?

 

[JonnyTorch]

What other feeders can I use that are found in a LPS?

Roaches, crickets, mealworms, Superworms, wax worms.

 

[ReleaseTheQuacken]

Roaches, crickets, mealworms, Superworms, wax worms.

Mk cause I am going to the store tomorrow. Should I move her to another enclosure while I use hot glue? Do I let it dry overnight?

 

[DomGom TheFather]

Do they make the enclosure smell? What other feeders can I use that are found in a LPS?

No. But hundreds or thousands in a closed space are pretty rank. Not saying any species of roach smells great but the less moisture the better. Runners beat goblins that way for sure.

Crickets are the staple feeder in most pet shops.

 

[DomGom TheFather]

Should I move her to another enclosure while I use hot glue? Do I let it dry overnight?

Yes.
It sets as soon as it's cooled.

 

[JonnyTorch]

@ReleaseTheQuacken for just one T, just buy crickets as needed.

 

[JonnyTorch]

@ReleaseTheQuacken having just one Tarantula isn't worth keeping feeders or roaches, at ALL. When you have 20+ tarantulas it becomes beneficial but if you keep feeders for just one T you'll just be taking care of them more than you do your tarantula and you'll have too many you don't know what to do with.

 

[ReleaseTheQuacken]

@ReleaseTheQuacken having just one Tarantula isn't worth keeping feeders or roaches, at ALL. When you have 20+ tarantulas it becomes beneficial but if you keep feeders for just one T you'll just be taking care of them more than you do your tarantula and you'll have too many you don't know what to do with.

I have a bearded dragon so I don't mind getting extra insects.

 

[ReleaseTheQuacken]

No. But hundreds or thousands in a closed space are pretty rank. Not saying any species of roach smells great but the less moisture the better. Runners beat goblins that way for sure.

Crickets are the staple feeder in most pet shops.

what other roaches do LPS carry? I do deal with dragon poop every so often... even if you clean it instantly as she drops it, the moment it falls on the enclosure the stench permeattes everything. Stinkiest reptile I ever cared for... and I've well cared for quite a variety. Still love her, just would not own more than 1 dragon.


Also to anyone reading this. She started to web up her enclosure. I havent been in my room for most of the day and I see her webbing things. I found the roach near the front of the enclosure hiding under the thermostat, I was dropping in a leaf of arugula and decided to just drop the feeder near the tarantula. I do not see the feeder but i saw the tarantula move. I am so excited to know she's doing well. She has taken 0 interest in digging anywhere or hiding under the hide. I am very pleased.

 

[DomGom TheFather]

what other roaches do LPS carry?

Near me, no one has roaches.
It's crickets and mealworms wherever you go.

 

[JonnyTorch]

Near me, no one has roaches.
It's crickets and mealworms wherever you go.

Same. Never seen dubias or other roaches at LPS. Mealworms and crickets here. Mostly it's like that everywhere unless there's a specialty breeder in your area at a small mom and pop reptile shop.

I order red runners from Jamie's.