Goldsystem
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Has anyone ever tried using mulch for stag and rhinoceros beetles?
Mulch
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Nope!
Goldsystem
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I've been doing some research and it seems like some rhinoceros beetles spend there entire larval stage in mulch, I think I'll try using it along with substrate from bugs in cyberspace
Mulch though? Like for gardening?
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Goldsystem
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Ya it's chopped up hardwood wood pieces, perfect for beetles. That's probably why people find rhinoceros beetle grubs in their mulch piles
Never tried. Not sure if it will work due to the wood not being rotted.
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Shade of Eclipse
Fresh Imago
Mulch is usually made of fresh wood since it's meant to remain present to suppress weeds for a period of time.
It is unlikely to be decomposed enough for use in rearing larvae.
Some types of mulch also have additives.
It is unlikely to be decomposed enough for use in rearing larvae.
Some types of mulch also have additives.
Goldsystem
L1
Alrighty I'll refrain from using mulch then