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Copulation-Readiness

Copulation-Readiness

The indication of the copulation readiness means the time from the last molt to the first copulation readiness. It's only a notion and depends on the aviable food and keeping conditions.

Male ca. 4 days after the last molt
Female ca. 6 week after the last molt
Ooths
Period 1- 2 days, sometimes less than 1 day
Number 10- 20
Size ca. 1,5cm- 2cm
Shape box- shaped, ribbed
Color beige to brown
Incubation Temperature Summer: 35°C
Humidity 30%- 40% (spray them 2 times a week)
Period 2- 3 weeks
Hatching Number 15- 35
Size 3mm
Look black/white, like older nymphs, no mimicry
Breeding Temperature 30°C- 40°C
Humidity 50%- 60% (spray them every 2 days)
Hint Do not feed with them with crickets (especially the females).
The males will be able to mate only for a short time. So, try to mate them as fast as possible after their last molt.

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