Info and guides to help you start your feeder colonies
Click on the pictures for each insect to go to the guide page
Roach Chow Recipes
![]() Step-by-step guides to making your own roach chow, and links to alternate recipes and techniques.
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dubia roach guide![]() This is a simple guide for the beginner to understand how to start and maintain a new colony.
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Wiring Flexwatt Heat tape - clay DavenportClay Davenport has a simple and safe way to wire Flexwatt heat tape for keeping your feeder colonies at the proper temperature. This tutorial has excellent pictures and instructions.
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The risk of not using a thermostat with heat tapePlease use extreme caution when installing and using heat tape. Be aware that the use of a thermostat is not only recommended, it is vital. Clay Davenport explains and demonstrates what can happen with a heat tape malfunction. The tape in question here registered 192*F after the malfunction.
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Water Crystals
Many use water crystals to hydrate their feeder insects. These are available from many feeder companies. To make a gallon of water crystals combine 1 oz of dry water crystals and 1 gallon of water, and let sit for 24 hours. This will keep in either a sterilized container or a zip-lock gallon bag. Be sure to NOT let these go down your drain, as it can cause a clog.
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