Desert locust (Schistozerca gregaria)The desert locust (Schistozerca gregaria) is one of the largest commercially bred food animals. Females reach a total length with wings of over 75 mm in some cases.
popular food animal
for reptiles and amphibians
larger than the migratory locust
medium
The desert locust is one of the largest commercially bred food animals. Females reach a total length with wings of over 75 mm in some cases. Males usually remain somewhat smaller. This means that desert locusts are up to 30% larger than, for example, the migratory locust (Locusta migratoria). The animals are pink-grey in colour after moulting. Over the next 6-10 days, the colouring changes to a strong yellow, especially in the males. However, the animals have the most beautiful colouring and patterning during the juvenile and subadult stage. Here, the animals are also coloured lemon yellow with a black pattern. It is precisely this colouring that arouses the prey drive in many reptile species, which makes the desert locust particularly popular with many terrarium keepers.Unfortunately, the desert locust is not as productive as the migratory locust and rearing the animals takes up to 2/3 longer. On the other hand, it can be bred almost all year round, as it is not too demanding on special types of food.The desert locust is an excellent food insect because it can usually survive shipping without damage, even in extreme heat and cold, and can survive for up to 2 weeks after shipping without the addition of food.Desert locusts are generally accepted by all lizards. Experience has shown that they are particularly favoured by large lizards such as bearded dragons, water dragons, basilisks, varans, ruffed lizards etc.. They are particularly popular with many species of chameleon, as they are particularly attracted to the yellow colouring of juvenile and sub-adult animals.Order by Sunday evening - delivery on ThursdayOrders received by Sunday evening will be dispatched by A Mail on Wednesday or Thursday.Please enter a recipient address to which the parcel can be delivered.We accept no responsibility for parcels that are delivered late or collected late.The live crickets in the shop are only available at this price on Wednesdays - the prices per tin are otherwise Fr. 1.00 per tin higher, as we also feed and care for the crickets. Even with the greatest care, it can happen that feed animals die due to temperature fluctuations or unpredictable events. We accept no liability for this.
Xaxim trunk halved in three sizesWith this Xaxim trunk, you can bring a piece of New Zealand into your terrarium. It is particularly suitable for humid terrariums and for a paludarium.Xaxim is a natural material made from the trunks of tropical tree ferns. Xaxim is particularly suitable for greening terrariums, as all kinds of plants such as ferns, bromeliads, orchids and mosses can root well on it.The Xaxim in and of itself often already harbors a variety of ferns and tree shoots, which thrive after a few weeks.
This Xaxim product is grown and processed on plantations. It is a natural product - and therefore varies in appearance and size of each individual product.
Xaxim plate from New Zealand
The Xaxim plate is ideal to use as a back wall in the terrarium. With constant watering grow mosses and ferns from this back wall, which comes from New Zealand.The plate is glued with silicone to the back wall of the terrarium.This plate is the soft plantation xaxim from New Zealand.Mass: 50 x 20 x 1.5 cm
Rearing box transparent round with gauze lid
The round rearing boxes have good ventilation due to the gauze content.
for the temporary rearing of tarantulas
suitable for transport
550ml = diameter: 90mm /height: 115mm565ml = diameter: 110mm /height: 85mm870ml = diameter: 110mm /height: 125mm
BIOART Spiderwood 10-15 cmThe BIO ART Spider Wood 10-15 cm is a natural, unique decorative branch, ideal for aquariums, terrariums and creative design. Made from untreated, natural wood, it offers an authentic look and provides hiding places for fish, reptiles and other terrarium animals.
Each branch is unique, with natural shapes and structures that create a natural environment. The robust, durable material is safe for your animals and easy to clean.
Perfect for enhancing your aquarium or terrarium, creating natural hiding places and creating a near-natural atmosphere. A real highlight for every animal lover and nature fan
Ground cover plant for wet terrarium
Ground cover plant
assorted and mixted
For a colour copper in terrarium
The plants are delivered by us sorted according to the stock. You will not receive the whole assortment shown, but as many pots as you order.
Drosophila Mite Separator
The Drosophila mite separator is a practical aid for the hygienic preparation of feeder insects. It reliably separates mites from Drosophila (food flies) before they are fed to reptiles, amphibians or other insectivores. This reduces the risk of mite transmission and supports clean feeding.
Product features - at a glance
- Effectively separates mites from Drosophila
- Facilitates the hygienic preparation of feeding flies
- Reduces the risk of mite transmission
- Quick and easy to use
- Suitable for daily feeding
- Ideal for terrariums and breeding
- Reusable and easy to clean
The Drosophila mite separator was specially developed to separate mites from the Drosophila before feeding. Especially in terrariums and insect breeding, mites can multiply quickly and be unintentionally transferred to terrariums. (Food mites do not go to terrarium animals such as reptiles and amphibians)
By using the mite separator, the food flies can be hygienically prepared before feeding. The Drosophila are separated, while mites remain in the container or are separated out. This contributes to cleaner feeding and the well-being of the animals.
The mite separator is easy to use, quickly ready for use and is suitable for both hobby keepers and professional breeders.
Zoo Roco tip
Use the mite separator regularly, especially with freshly purchased or home-bred Drosophila. Clean the tool after use to prevent mites from accumulating again.
Rearing box 3 L (19.5 × 19.5 × 12 cm) with gauze lid Suitable for terrarium and aquarium animals
The breeding box with a volume of 3 liters is the ideal solution for both terrarium and aquarium enthusiasts. It is ideal for breeding small terrarium animals such as spiders, mantids, insects or food animals and can also be used for young aquarium animals such as shrimps, young fish or sensitive species. The fine-mesh gauze lid ensures optimum ventilation and also prevents animals from escaping or jumping out. The transparent plastic allows you to keep an eye on your animals at all times.Advantages of the 3 L rearing box
Suitable for terrariums and aquariums
Ideal for insects, spiders, mantids, food animals and young fish, shrimps or dwarf crayfish.
Effective ventilation thanks to gauze lid
The fine-mesh lid allows a constant exchange of air without small animals being able to escape.
Transparent view of the animals
The clear box offers perfect observation possibilities, ideal for breeding, monitoring and care.
Space-saving, compact size
At 19.5 × 19.5 × 12 cm, the box fits easily on shelves or next to the aquarium.
Safe separation of animals
Perfect for separating sick, injured or pregnant animals and for rearing sensitive young animals.
Easy to clean
The smooth inner surfaces facilitate hygienic cleaning - particularly important for aquarium animals.
Stackable and durable
Robust workmanship makes it easy to stack several boxes.
Zoo Roco tipZoo Roco recommends slightly aerating the box and regularly changing the water in the main aquarium when rearing young fish or shrimps. Place the breeding box close to the aquarium to avoid temperature differences. In terrariums, it is advisable to integrate a moist substrate or small climbing elements to meet the natural needs of the animals.
Book "Grow your own live food" - The perfect guide for pet owners
Discover practical and detailed instructions on how you can easily breed food for your reptiles, birds, fish or other animals yourself in the book "Breeding live food yourself". With valuable tips on various food insects, their care and breeding, you can save money and ensure a species-appropriate diet for your pets.
Contents of the book:
Step-by-step instructions for breeding feeder insects
Information on the best types of food for reptiles, birds and fish
Care instructions and breeding conditions for various live food species
Tips for sustainable and cost-effective food production
Why breed your own live food?
Get healthy, fresh food for your animals
Save money and reduce dependence on pet shops
Promote the health and well-being of your animals with species-appropriate food
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced pet owner, this book provides you with everything you need to successfully breed live food yourself.
Egg-O-Bator incubator from Lucky Reptile
4 liter capacity suitable for up to 3 incubators Internal dimensions: approx. 11.5x14.5x22cm External dimensions: approx. 28x26x32cm Power consumption 5 W/h ideal for beginners
The Lucky Reptile Egg-O-Bator is the ideal incubator for all reptile breeders. This device is characterized by its compact and user-friendly design, which is specially designed to create an optimal breeding environment for the eggs of various reptile species. The Egg-O-Bator is equipped with three incubation trays that allow different settings to be made for different eggs at the same time.The temperature in the incubator can be easily and precisely adjusted to meet the specific requirements of each reptile species. A digital thermostat ensures a constant temperature, which is essential for successful incubation and the health of the hatchlings. The transparent door not only provides a good overview of the incubation process, but also facilitates monitoring without having to disturb the incubation.The Egg-O-Bator is energy efficient and safe to use, making it an excellent choice for beginners and experienced breeders alike. Its attractive design and robust construction ensure a long life and reliable performance.With the Lucky Reptile Egg-O-Bator, you are investing in a professional breeding solution that optimizes the development conditions for the next generation of your reptile family.
Tad Pool Dendrobates Spawning Tubes Set of 4These laying tubes for dendrobatesand oophages are ideally designed for egg laying. The appearance of the Tad Pools is reminiscent of bromeliads in shape and color, and so is readily accepted by the dendrobates and oophages as a place to lay eggs. They do not stand out much in the terrarium planting. Bromeliad leaves serve as egg-laying sites for the poison dart floras and thus promote natural breeding behavior. The Tad Pools are injection molded from high quality food grade material so there is no risk of toxic chemicals being exchanged with the frogs/eggs or toad polyps. The texture is particularly smooth, which invites the frogs to lay their eggs.
Can dimensions approx: 9 cm long x 3.5 cm diameterThis product is available in two different sets:Size S = Set of 4:4x spawning boxes in different colors8x inserts 2x wire holders2 x suction holders
Size M = Set of 8: 8x spawning boxes in different shades of green16x inserts 4x wire holders4 x suction holders
Lucky Reptile Critter Box as a rearing box for spidersWith the Lucky Reptlie rearing box you can raise your spiderlings or mantids easily and stress-free and due to the secure closure there is also no escape possible!
Specially designed for raising spiderlings and insectsMinimal stress for the animals during handling
Low risk of escape due to the high topSecure closure due to twist & lock functionAdjustable ventilation
Small ventilation holes - no escape of feedersWith practical feeding hatch, also suitable for the use of an LEDWithout contentAvailable in two sizes:Small: 6 x 11 cmLarge: 19 x 11 cm
Note!
While reviewing this product, we noticed that the Critter Box is exactly the same product as the Fly Feeder, but still, here is a price difference, which was justified by the seemingly more elaborate packaging. But but the Fly Feeder can be used exactly the same as a rearing box and the Critter Box as a Fly Feeder!Here it goes to the Fly Feeder - which can also be used as a Critterbox!
Cork granules Cork granules, natural and untreated. Cork granules are natural bedding for birds, rodents and reptiles. The untreated and natural material can also be used for crafts,. For birds, reptiles and rodentsFor floral decoration and for craftsNatural and untreated.
Incubation BoxWith this box you can safely store your terrarium eggs, snake eggs or other eggs and prepare them for the incubator. The box makes egg storage clear and you can also attach notes per compartment if required.Dimensions: 16.5 × 11 × 5 cm
Incubator ProIncubating reptile eggs is safe and easy thanks to the Exo Terra Precision Incubator PRO. The dimmable/pulse-proportional thermostat precisely maintains the set temperature. The hygrostat regulates the relative humidity via the USB humidifier. From 10 ℃ up to 38 ℃ and for up to 95 % relative humidity. The condensed water is returned to the humidifier reservoir in the graduated container.Suitable for hatching snake eggs, reptile eggs, turtle eggs and other fertilized eggs.
Exo Terra Faunarium (All-Purpose Terrarium)
The Exo Terra Faunarium is an easy to use stackable plastic all-purpose terrarium for reptiles, amphibians, mice and arachnids and insects.
Ideal to transport terrarium animals or live foods
Great for temporary housing or quarantine
Transparent plastic door for easy access
Easy to clean and disinfect
Faunarium
PT2250
180 x 110 x 125 mm
7 x 4 x 5 po
PT2255
230 x 155 x 170 mm
9 x 6 x 6 1/2 po
PT2260
300 x 195 x 205 mm
12 x 7 1/2 x 8 po
PT2265
370 x 220 x 250 mm
14 1/2 x 8 1/2 x 10 po
PT2300
360 x 210 x 160 mm
14 x 8 x 6 po
PT2310
460 x 300 x 170 mm
18 x 12 x 6 1/2 po
Colors (2):
transparent (base and lid)
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Size:
S = 1.3 litres / 18.5 x 12.5 x 7.5 cm
Lucky Reptile BraPlast plastic box
For the short-term keeping of reptiles or their transport.
for short-term keeping of invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians
for transport
transparent lid can be opened on both sides 1/3 - 2/3, with transverse lid holder
for rearing invertebrates
S = 1.3 litres / 18.5 x 12.5 x 0.75 cm
M = 3 litres / 24.5 x 18.5 x 0.75 cm
The BraPlast boxes are practical plastic boxes that are ideal for rearing invertebrates as well as transporting and keeping reptiles and amphibians for short periods.
Exo Terra Faunarium (All-Purpose Terrarium)
The Exo Terra Faunarium is an easy to use stackable plastic all-purpose terrarium for reptiles, amphibians, mice and arachnids and insects.
Ideal to transport terrarium animals or live foods
Great for temporary housing or quarantine
Transparent plastic door for easy access
Easy to clean and disinfect
Faunarium
PT2250
180 x 110 x 125 mm
7 x 4 x 5 po
PT2255
230 x 155 x 170 mm
9 x 6 x 6 1/2 po
PT2260
300 x 195 x 205 mm
12 x 7 1/2 x 8 po
PT2265
370 x 220 x 250 mm
14 1/2 x 8 1/2 x 10 po
PT2300
360 x 210 x 160 mm
14 x 8 x 6 po
PT2310
460 x 300 x 170 mm
18 x 12 x 6 1/2 po
Shroomroom MossMix 10g Dry mixture of Asian mosses and fern sporesShroomroom MossMix (10 g) is a dry mixture of Asian mosses and fern spores for the decorative design of terrariums and paludariums. Ideal for terrarium builders who want to create nature-like scenes with mossy structures. In combination with a suitable base, the spores can be placed in a targeted manner to add greenery to back walls, roots or stones.Properties and advantages
Dry mixture of Asian mosses and fern spores
Ideal for terrarium and paludarium design
Suitable for moss-covered backgrounds, scene construction and detailed accents
Can be used with pinpoint accuracy to visually enliven structures such as roots, cork or stones
Particularly practical in combination with Shroomroom MossBase as an adhesive base
10 g pack for targeted applications and small to medium-sized projectsA harmonious terrarium or paludarium thrives on transitions, textures and details that look like nature. This is exactly what Shroomroom MossMix is designed for: a dry mixture of Asian mosses and fern spores with which you can decoratively create mossy structures and greenery effects.
The mix is particularly suitable for scene construction - for example for mossy areas on back walls, branches, roots, cork or stones. Used correctly, MossMix brings more depth and naturalness to the layout and creates an authentic look without overloading the terrarium. For controlled work and better adhesion, we recommend using it on a suitable base, for example with Shroomroom MossBase, to fix the material to the desired substrate.Zoo Roco tip
For particularly natural results, work in zones: Use MossMix specifically where your hardscape offers suitable conditions. First model the substrate (e.g. with TropicalClay and MossBase) and then apply MossMix selectively instead of scattering it over a large area. This makes mossy transitions look more realistic and the overall look remains harmonious.
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Rearing box transparent round with gauze lid
The round rearing boxes have good ventilation due to the gauze content.
for the temporary rearing of tarantulas
suitable for transport
550ml = diameter: 90mm /height: 115mm565ml = diameter: 110mm /height: 85mm870ml = diameter: 110mm /height: 125mm
Rearing box 3 L (19.5 × 19.5 × 12 cm) with gauze lid Suitable for terrarium and aquarium animals
The breeding box with a volume of 3 liters is the ideal solution for both terrarium and aquarium enthusiasts. It is ideal for breeding small terrarium animals such as spiders, mantids, insects or food animals and can also be used for young aquarium animals such as shrimps, young fish or sensitive species. The fine-mesh gauze lid ensures optimum ventilation and also prevents animals from escaping or jumping out. The transparent plastic allows you to keep an eye on your animals at all times.Advantages of the 3 L rearing box
Suitable for terrariums and aquariums
Ideal for insects, spiders, mantids, food animals and young fish, shrimps or dwarf crayfish.
Effective ventilation thanks to gauze lid
The fine-mesh lid allows a constant exchange of air without small animals being able to escape.
Transparent view of the animals
The clear box offers perfect observation possibilities, ideal for breeding, monitoring and care.
Space-saving, compact size
At 19.5 × 19.5 × 12 cm, the box fits easily on shelves or next to the aquarium.
Safe separation of animals
Perfect for separating sick, injured or pregnant animals and for rearing sensitive young animals.
Easy to clean
The smooth inner surfaces facilitate hygienic cleaning - particularly important for aquarium animals.
Stackable and durable
Robust workmanship makes it easy to stack several boxes.
Zoo Roco tipZoo Roco recommends slightly aerating the box and regularly changing the water in the main aquarium when rearing young fish or shrimps. Place the breeding box close to the aquarium to avoid temperature differences. In terrariums, it is advisable to integrate a moist substrate or small climbing elements to meet the natural needs of the animals.
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