Phasmid Care Sheet

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Species

PSG 384 Lamachodes sp. Nui Chua

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Foodplants This species will usually eat: Privet, Hypericum, Lilac
Cage Requirements
  • Cage should be at least 27 cm tall
Misting
Reproduction In this species, both males and females exist and they reproduce sexually, by mating, where the male transfers sperm to the female, which she uses to fertilise her eggs (ova).
Ova This species will glue its ova (eggs) around the cage and onto leaves, so be extra careful when you clean the cage to check all the old foodplant for any ova stuck to it! You will also want to regularly check the cage (especially any corners or crev
Ova Incubation Period 3 months
Ova Success Rate
Months to Maturity 3-4 months
Lifespan
Notes
Difficulty Rating*
Any Warnings*
Disclaimer:

* Please note the warnings and difficulty rating are intended as an indicator only. The warnings are not an exhaustive list and other potentially dangerous behaviour may be exhibited by phasmids that is not listed here. Phasmids are wild creatures and should be treated with respect and handled with caution. Adults should always supervise children when handling phasmids.