Gymnetis thula
(Harlequin Flower Beetle)
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Gymnetis thula (the Harlequin Flower Beetle)
Adult Size - Male (24 mm), Female (24 mm)
Climbing Ability - None
Flying Ability - Adults can fly
Enclosure
G.thula aren't particularly large or crowding sensitive, so their enclosure doesn't need to be spacious.
Ventilation level - Moderate
Hides - Necessary
Barrier/Secure Lid - Necessary
Substrate
G.thula eat their substrate as larvae, so it must consist of their food.
Type - Decaying organic material
Moisture level - Moderate
Food
G.thula aren't picky about their food and can be fed an average flower beetle diet.
Type -
Adults: Fruits, beetle jelly
Larvae: Decaying organic material
Temperature
G.thula can be kept into the mid 60s, but grows and breeds fastest at warmer temperatures.
Range - 65 F to 90 F
