Leaving my emp alone for 3 weeks

[MarioMHJV]

This August I'll be going to Europe for 3 weeks. I've asked friends to take care of it but not everyone is so fond of arachnids of course. Will my emp be fine with 6 crickets? Will it be ok if the humidity drops once the water evaporates, etc. ?

 

[SmileWiper]

I think so, Mario. keep your temperature around 75 to 82° F raise your humidity from 75 to 80% to around 90 to 95 % i use peat gravel/ water on the gravel(too keep my humidity at the >>right spot with the certain amount of water<<, with a mixture of peat moss and potting soil on top of that... Pandinus imperator are a hardy scorpion, and you will be fine

 

[Galapoheros]

I have several and there is one I have in a terr that I forget about for weeks at a time. As long as you have a container of water in there it should be OK, covering the top makes the biggest difference.

 

[MarioMHJV]

Ok cool. I assume it will be pretty hot and humid in my room since we're having a pretty warm summer. As for the water, I'll put in another waterdish and fill them both. I think with the top covered, it shouldn't evaporate too much. If the coco-fibre substrate I'm using dries out (it usually requires misting daily) - not sure if that will be a serious problem.

 

[PrettyHate]

I have purchased a few of these "water dispensers" when I know I am going to be gone for a little bit and want to make sure my guys have water
http://www.reptilecentre.com/zoomed-reptirock-reservoir-650-ml_p4021065.htm

 

[Roblicious]

Just have your friend pour water in it can go months without food
humidity and source of water is more important

 

[wesker12]

Misting the substrate is pointless, try pouring water directly onto the substrate (a corner of the enclosure preferably).

 

[SmileWiper]

Wesker 100% right...

 

[dairy]

When it comes to leaving an emp without any "care" for long periods I'd say a false bottom is the way to go. Daily misting? No thank you! My emp tank can easily go a month+ without the need for more water. It's a little more work to setup but once it's done it's golden. A decent lid/controlled airflow aids in this greatly.

 

[TGirl828]

Just make it a little muddy. They love it very damp & humid, and tape up a few of the holes in the terrarium lid. I'd let it gorge itself the night before I leave if I was you. It wont hurt to put on some extra weight before a 3 week fast.