InvertsandOi Posted September 27, 2021 Report Share Posted September 27, 2021 So, one of my Goliathus larvae has been in pupation for just over 5 months now. This is my first attempt at rearing this species. From what I understand, it should have completed metamorphosis by now, and is in a dorment state. So my question is, what now? I can't just wait for it to emerge, because the substrate is flush against the tight lid. I'm assuming that I should remove the pupation chambers and place it in a new home (maintaining its orientation) until it emerges? Should I open it up and remove the beetle? Also, any suggestions on substrate are welcome. I am hoping to have a mating pair eventually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire Moth Posted September 28, 2021 Report Share Posted September 28, 2021 You can take the cell out after two months. After 6 months. You can open the cell. They can dormant like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InvertsandOi Posted September 29, 2021 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 On 9/27/2021 at 8:59 PM, Fire Moth said: You can take the cell out after two months. After 6 months. You can open the cell. They can dormant like this. Thank you! How important is it that I have flake soil? I understand that the larvae do ingest substrate before switching to just protein treats. I could probably try to make some in time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire Moth Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 I add protein pellets as soon as I see new hatchings. But I notice. They don't touch it till a week or longer. I am not sure if they eat flake soil or they just don't need food that soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire Moth Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 I uses flake soil and coconut fiber for egg laying tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InvertsandOi Posted September 29, 2021 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 Okay, thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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