For larvae : Plastic boxes with ventilation. Provide a quantity of substrate adapted to the number of larvae.

For example, for 10 larvae: provide a 5L box.

For the nymphs : This species tends to stick to the walls, so avoid removing it.

For adults: Provide a terrarium adapted to the number of individuals. For 3/4 couples, provide a terrarium of approximately 40x30x30 (LxWxH) with ventilation on the lid. Also provide approximately 10cm minimum of substrate and small branches for movement.

The ground should not be completely flat because the beetles that fall on their backs die quickly because they can no longer turn around. It is therefore very important to fill it with bark, stones or other materials and not to flatten the substrate.

Temperature: Around 25°C for breeding larvae and adults.

Humidity:

For larvae: Provide a slightly damp substrate.

During pupation: Provide a slightly drier substrate.

For adults: Provide a slightly damp substrate. If the terrarium is well ventilated, provide a small spray of water every 2 to 3 days.

Lighting: Lighting necessary for adults (bulb, spotlight, tube... if possible slightly heated) A lack of light can reduce or even make reproductions disappear.

For larvae: Substrate composed of flakesoil and possibly a little decomposed white wood. The substrate will need to be renewed as soon as there is too much excrement. It is also possible to add pieces of fruit or vegetables to the surface (if possible which do not deteriorate too quickly, such as apples, zucchini, etc.). Repeat regularly to prevent the appearance of mold.

For adults: Fruits (mainly banana) or beetle jelly. Pollen is also appreciated. Renew as often as possible as soon as the food starts to deteriorate.