Dubia or Crickets?

[chicalafreaka16]

I am thinking of starting a colony, but I am uncertain which one would be cheapest and more sustainable.
Dubias are hearty, but take awhile to populate and are picky with temperature.
Crickets breed fast, but jump out and are noisy
Any suggestions or experiences with these two colonies?
I have had cricket colonies before and was very pleased.
Maybe I can do both in the same container?

 

[cloverthechameleon]

dubias are verry easy to breed just as easy as crickets and the good thing about a dubia colony is you will have every size of feeder from small to large, dubias also have little to no smell. crickets produce way more and also verry fast, personal preference. dubias are more nutritiouse but more expensive.

 

[cloverthechameleon]

and i dont think you could do both colonys in the same container as the crickets would probably eat all the baby dubias

 

[froggielog]

Dubias ALL the way!

Dubia vs. Crickets:

- no smell vs. - very stinky ( I've hade experience with both, my cousin uses crickets)
- they can be a bit pricey because you have to order off the internet, but its worth it to me vs. - you can buy at local pet store ect.
- dubias don't JUMP vs. they jump and escape
- dubias are hard to cup feed b/c they don't move as much vs. - hopping around
- dubias are easy to hold with tongs, ect. vs. they are harder to grab
....... thats all that i can think of right now.....
Ive had experience with both, so ask me any question you'd like

 

[maxttu]

Dubs will cost you more upfront, but if your cham likes them this will save you $$ in the long run. You have to be patient and just let these guys do what they do best...BREED!!! and