do u feed the flys inside your net cage.?

[macro junkie]

my net cages for my idolomantids..if i throw 5 flys in there,and he or she only eats 2 or 3 the other 2 flys left after a few days die.im gueesing its because the flys need food and water..So i was wondering what do u guys do about this..do u just let the other flys die then throw more in or do u put some fly food in the corner of the net cage so the flies last longer?

 

[darkspeed]

A jar lid with a piece of bread soaked in honey water down in a bottom corner shouldnt affect the mantids one bit... that would provide the flies with everything they need.

 

[macro junkie]

A jar lid with a piece of bread soaked in honey water down in a bottom corner shouldnt affect the mantids one bit... that would provide the flies with everything they need.

thanks darkspeed..i thought so i just needed to be sure..il go do that now

 

[pedro92]

thanks darkspeed..i thought so i just needed to be sure..il go do that now

Can you keep us posted on how it works. I have the same problem. So i just put that dry food mix from mantisplace in bottom in a cup.

 

[macro junkie]

Can you keep us posted on how it works. I have the same problem. So i just put that dry food mix from mantisplace in bottom in a cup.

i just did it and the flys are eating it.

 

[joossa]

i just did it and the flys are eating it.

Joy!

Good luck with them. I look forward to seeing some more dazzling shots!

 

[Rick]

When I use net cages yes I do.

 

[macro junkie]

When I use net cages yes I do.

ok,thanks rick.

 

[Hypoponera]

I provide the flies with a small dish holding powdered sugar mixed with powdered baby formula. This mix provides protein and carbs. Daily misting provides the needed water.

 

[Rick]

I take back what I said. I read it fast and thought you were asking if I fed the mantids flies while in net cages. In that case I do however I DO NOT feed the flies that are in the cage. I feed enough that they will be consumed quickly.