Goldenarcher1328
New Member
I've been reading alot about the importance of a varied diet, Although it is still winter and most things are still frozen over up here in New Hampshire, Spring is just around the corner and i'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of bugs!
I am fairly familiar with collecting aquatic insects for the feeding of my various fish species but i have never collected terrestrial insects for a feeding.
I was hoping for some pointers besides the obvious things such as avoiding pesticides.
My main area of concern are insects capable of injuring or poisoning my Veil.
I have heard stories of Grasshoppers injuring chameleons with kicks and biting, House Flies having eaten something toxic and causing the chameleon to fall ill and many more.....are these stories true??
What species should i avoid and why?
What species should i focus on, why said species, beneficial qualities of said insects, and where do they live.
Give me a general direction and i'm sure i can find the rest of the info but i want to hear the views of other, more experienced keepers.
Please and thanks for any help you give!!
I am fairly familiar with collecting aquatic insects for the feeding of my various fish species but i have never collected terrestrial insects for a feeding.
I was hoping for some pointers besides the obvious things such as avoiding pesticides.
My main area of concern are insects capable of injuring or poisoning my Veil.
I have heard stories of Grasshoppers injuring chameleons with kicks and biting, House Flies having eaten something toxic and causing the chameleon to fall ill and many more.....are these stories true??
What species should i avoid and why?
What species should i focus on, why said species, beneficial qualities of said insects, and where do they live.
Give me a general direction and i'm sure i can find the rest of the info but i want to hear the views of other, more experienced keepers.
Please and thanks for any help you give!!
