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A pretty new micro Teneb I'm working with. Might be a new state record for Idaho! Seem to be associated with ant nests, but so far they appear to breed in captivity readily outside of said nests. :)

10 Eleodes obscura sulcipennis (Chunky darkling beetle) Small larvae: $20 + shipping 10 Eleodes rileyi (Riley's darkling beetle) Mixed larvae: $20 + shipping 10 Eleodes (Blapylis) sp. "Kuna, ID" (Small darkling beetle) Mixed larvae: $20 + shipping...

TLDR; The proper, current name for this species is Phloeodes diabolicus, NOT "Nosoderma diabolicum". Now here's the actual explanation in layman's terms, because I know there's a lot of confusion regarding this species and which name to use. So once upon a time, there were two different...

One of the cutest Eleodes species here in Idaho, unfortunately I have yet to get an ID beyond subgenus, (which, given the number of species in that subgenus and the fact that many of them look so similar to each other, isn't that surprising). Easy to breed and rear, prolific too, makes for a...

A cute little species, easy to get to oviposit, and quite prolific. Large larvae can have weird die offs at times, but those that survive to maturity pupate and mature with relative ease. 

One of the larger US Eleodes species, and certainly the largest here in Idaho. Finally got larvae from this species, after having failed previously back in 2014, so hopefully I can rear said larvae up to maturity with little issue! 😁

Attempting to breed these beautiful forest Tenebrionids, I assume they'll be similar in terms of husbandry towards Alobates, but seem to have a preference for rotten pine rather than hardwood... The adults also don't seem nearly as picky when it comes to food. So far no eggs or larvae have been...

Has anyone here ever bred or tried breeding Chalcolepidius species before? I feel as though they'd be no more difficult to breed than other large Elaterids like Alaus or Pyrophorus in captivity, sure would love to see some established in captive culture.

I've been seeing a lot of posts in breeder groups lately of people showing off their trilobite beetles, those posts usually get a ton of likes and comments from jealous hobbyists who want some themselves. Now a lot of people seem to think they are very difficult to keep in captivity, but the...

Here are some Tenebrionid larvae that I currently have for sale, please read all of the Terms & Conditions before ordering! 10 Eleodes hispilabris (Common desert beetle) Mixed larvae: $13 + shipping 10 Eleodes rileyi (No common name) Small/Medium larvae: $13 + shipping 10 Merecantha...

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AlexW has some account problems and wanted me to announce the creation of his blog, "Splendid Unknowns", for him here. Looks like some interesting topics are going to be brought up on the blog, I for one look forward to reading them, I advise you all to check it out too!

Nice species of Coniontis from California, pretty large too! (For this genus at least).

From Bugsincyberspace! Male: Female:

Got a trio of larvae last month, and plan to get a couple more once my traeger pellets have finished fermenting. Can't wait until these beauties mature!

Pasimachus cf. depressus (Warrior Beetle) Two pairs available, probably both male and female pairs, but I'm not too sure. Pairs: $25 + shipping each, or take both pairs for $40 + shipping SOLD OUT!! Terms & Conditions: Minimum order $8. USA (lower 48) shipping only. Paypal only. Shipping...

Would these pellets here work for fermenting sawdust? https://www.amazon.com/Pit-Boss-Pellets-Competition-Blend/dp/B00MS3WYXI Says it's a mix of Maple, Hickory and Cherry wood, is that OK or is the Hickory gonna be harmful to any inverts that eat it?

I made a bunch of sawdust from grill pellets a week ago and added flour and yeast, however it has not gotten warm at all like it's supposed to, and smells like rotten fruit and dirty socks. What does this mean exactly, do I need to add more of something?

Got some Eleodes hispilabris larva for sale, 10 mixed larva for $15 + shipping. PM me to order. US only. I ship out on Tuesdays for all payments and mailing addresses received by Sunday evening. (So if you place an order on Monday, it will not be shipped out until Tuesday of the FOLLOWING week).