For larvae : Plastic boxes with ventilation. We recommend using our micro-perforated boxes , placing one larva per box.

For the nymphs : Once in the shell, you can leave it in the same box and remove some substrate in order to have a partially empty box and the shell.

For adults: Provide a terrarium adapted to the number of individuals. For 1 or 2 couples, provide a terrarium of approximately 40x30x40 (LxWxH) with ventilation on the lid. Also provide approximately 15-20cm MINIMUM of substrate. Remember to add branches for movement because this species is very active.

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.

Humidity:

For larvae: Provide a slightly damp substrate.

During pupation: Provide a 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: Conventional lighting required for adults (bulb, spotlight, tube, etc.) A lack of light can reduce or even make reproductions disappear.

For larvae: Classic flower beetle substrate: decomposed and crushed oak, beech or possibly chestnut leaves. The larvae are saproxylophagous and feed on decomposing materials (wood, leaves) . If the larvae lack food, there is a risk of killing them or of obtaining small specimens. The substrate will need to be renewed as soon as there is too much excrement. This species seems to appreciate a protein intake.

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