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Assassin Bug

Assassin Bug

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Species: Assassin Bug
Scientific Name: Platymeris biguttatus
Origin: West and southwest African origin
Lifespan: 1-3 years
Size: 5-40mm
Enclosure Type: You can keep them in any well-ventilated enclosure of reasonable size - for example a cricket tub with slightly larger holes is fine or a faunarium. If you use the latter be aware their venom could be sprayed through the gaps.
Enclosure Size: To house assassin bugs, you can use a 32 oz container for multiple adults. For juveniles, consider housing them individually if you have a limited number. When they reach adult size, you can keep them in a 24.5 x 37 x 22cm enclosure. An airtight lid is recommended to prevent cannibalization
Substrate: Have a damp bottom substrate of coco-husk or soil with a dry substrate on top, such as lots of bark for hiding.
Décor: Single egg cartons for hiding.
Water: Water can be provided by placing a cotton wool soaked in water. They will usually get their liquid from their food  
Temperature: Temperature needs to be kept warm at around 80-85 Fahrenheit. They like to burrow sometimes, so the heat mat must go on the side of the tank - they're somewhat the same as scorpions and horned frogs in their behavior, burrowing mainly to get away from the heat. Some owners prefer to use heat bulbs
Humidity: The relative humidity must be between 60% and 80%. To reach these levels, spray water on the terrarium substrate a couple of times a week.
Lighting: Invertebrates don’t require light bulbs. In addition to this, always keep the terrarium away from direct light sources, as it could create a lethal magnifying glass effect inside the terrarium.
Type Of Diet: They eat any invertebrate, with a varied diet best to maintain good health. Food should be the same size as the assassin bug itself
Types Of Food: Crickets, worms, and cockroaches.
Feeding Schedule: 2-3 times a week
Supplements: Supplements are not needed for pet assassin bugs.

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