Frequently Asked Questions

How do I clean my dermestid beetle enclosure?

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Do dermestid beetles eat feathers and fur?

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Do I need to keep my beetles in the dark?

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Do I need to use a heating mat to keep my beetles warm?

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Do I need to dry the food beforehand or can I give them fresh meat?

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Do I need to give my beetles water?

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What kind of enclosure do I need for these beetles?

The enclosure itself can be in all shapes and sizes, as long as it is made of a material that the beetles can not destroy by boring into and a material they can not use to climb out of the enclosure. Examples of enclosures that work well are smooth hard plastic boxes, aquaria or terraria made of glass or even modified freezers.

What kind of substrate can I use best?

Wood shavings are most widely used as ground cover. Try to avoid cedar, since that is a natural bug deterrent. Wood chips from pine or aspen are save options and I personally prefer hemp fibers. In more natural enclosures.... text

Help! My colony is invested with mites. What do I do?

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Help! My colony is invested with ham beetles. What do I do?

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