Pet Insects

There are more than 10,000 different species, or types, of grasshoppers. Each species has unique characteristics when it comes to geographic location, anatomy and trends in behavior. In addition...

Ladybugs, also known as Coccinellidae, are a type of small beetle often found in gardens. Coccinellidae means "little sphere," referring to a ladybug's shiny, brightly colored shell body. The term...

Praying mantises are seen as a beneficial insect --- preying upon other insects, often those that are harmful to human health and property. Despite its fearsome looks, the praying mantis does not...

Ladybugs, also known as lady beetles, are the colorful and cute little insects especially loved by children. There are about 5,000 different species of lady bugs, which have an average lifespan of...

Ants are interesting insects to observe, especially when they are in captivity, such as in an ant farm or an insect habitat. Though they are strong insects, their colonies will not last without a...

Dung beetles eat feces as part of an unusual diet. Using dung beetles on a ranch is an environmentally friendly form of fly control. Dung beetles eat and bury the manure that the flies lay eggs...

A Desert Millipede is a member of the orthoporus species. Orthoporus ornatus, commonly known as the Arizona Desert Millipede, is one of the most popular of this type. It is a good choice to keep...

If you are breeding insects and have the desire to sell some of them, then the market for your product is wide open. Whether you wish to sell bait insects, pest-control insects or pet insects,...

Grooming an insect varies widely by species, but some generalizations can be made. Also, grooming tips for arachnids (spiders and scorpions) will be included, although arachnids are not true...