The Mantis Menagerie Posted August 22, 2018 Report Share Posted August 22, 2018 Does Lucanus elaphus require a hibernation period? I have a male that just eclosed a few days ago after less than a month in his pupa. He seems active, and his exoskeleton has hardened and looks normal (although one of his wings didn't expand properly). Should I put him in the fridge (is that too cold), or should I just keep him at room temperature and try to find him a mate? This is the first large beetle I have ever raised to an adult. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugboy3092 Posted August 24, 2018 Report Share Posted August 24, 2018 Yes they do, I would keep him at around 40 degrees Fahrenheit to keep him in hibernation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mantis Menagerie Posted September 7, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2018 Would the fridge (38-degrees) be okay for hibernation? Does The Eastern Eyed Click beetle also require a hibernation period? I have one that just emerged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugboy3092 Posted September 10, 2018 Report Share Posted September 10, 2018 It’ll probably work, and yes they also require a hibernation period Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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