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I am giving a few tips for those who are getting into Dubia Colonies. There will be a future post providing a thorough introduction into colony establishment including equipment needs but, for now, here are 5 Tips on managing a dubia roach colony.
Tip #1: Don't have too many males.
Dubia males tend to be territorial and they will fight for dominance. If you do not manage your numbers early on, it can be devastating to the growth of your colony. Not only will males maim each other, but they will also injure juveniles and females. This will cause the colony to become stressed and you will notice a drop off in pregnant females. Every month I pick through my bins and remove excess males. I like to grind them up for gecko/rat smoothies or feed them to my chickens. (Bonues Chef Tip: If grinding them to a paste, remove the wings for a good consistency. )
Tip #2: Add Beneficial Insects.
Beneficial insects to add into your Dubia Colonies include mealworms, springtails and isopods. They are a great way to manage fungal growth and stimulate a healthy environment for roaches.
Tip #3: Roll Call!
As you are growing your Dubia Roach Colony and using it as a food source for your pets, you will need to pay close attention to the amount of roaches you have in your enclosure. Set a target goal of how many future adult breeders you need and set aside a few roaches every generation to grow out into adults. If you're colony is getting too big, reduce this number.
Tip #4: Provide a Variety of Food.
Dubia Roaches may seem like a bottom feeding pest, but Dubua Roach Colonies will thrive when they are provided with a wide range of food options. Important items to add to their diet include calcium, liquid vitamin, fruit, vegetables, and rolled oats. Some days I will peel a banana and just throw it into the bin. My bigger bins will be done in a few minutes.
Tip #5: Do Not Overfeed.
This goes along with the previous tip. When you are feeding your colony, be very careful not to overfeed them. Pay close attention to the amount of food you are offering and remove excess food when you are able. To much food will lead to mold growth and pest problems. Pests will begin to compete with your roaches and it will discourage healthy colony growth.
There you have it! I hope some of these tips will be useful for those who are managing their colonies. All these tips are useful to encourage breeding and maximum colony growth.
Be sure to check back for more useful tips or other related content!
With grace,
Roger
Calvary Exotics
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