Meracantha contracta (Copper Darkling Beetle)

Meracantha contracta

(Copper Darkling Beetle)

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Meracantha contracta (the Copper Darkling Beetle) 

Adult Size - Male (12 mm), Female (12 mm)

Climbing Ability - None

Flying Ability - None

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Enclosure

M.contracta aren't particularly large or crowding sensitive, so their enclosure doesn't need to be spacious.

Ventilation level - High

Hides - Necessary

Barrier/Secure Lid - Not necessary

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Substrate

M.contracta aren't picky about their substrate as long as it holds moisture well and is deep enough to burrow in.

Type - Not picky

Moisture level - Moderate

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Food

M.contracta aren't picky about their food and can be fed an average darkling beetle diet.

Type - Proteinaceous pet foods, fruits, vegetables

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Temperature

M.contracta can be kept into the mid 60s, but grows and breeds fastest at warmer temperatures. Northern strains require a winter diapause for successful culturing.

Range - 65 F to 85 F