yankfanthom
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Okay so does anyone have the secrets to start breeding my own hornworms? My guys eat them like its crack and spending another 50-100 bucks a month is getting to be a bit much.
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Its not that hard but its the most disgusting insect ive ever tried to breed. Google the Manduca Project. You'll find all the necessary info on setting up a breeding colony and a breeding enclosure.
After the worms emerge from the coccoon as a moth they expel all of their digestive juices all over the place! Nastiest stuff Ive ever messed with.
Yeah, I know they're high dollar feeders. I thought the same thing til I had to clean that crap up. My gf was gagging when she saw the mess they made. She still makes fun of me about it a yr later. lol
Now I pupate a few worms here and there and I immed feed em off after they emerge before they can puke on anything. My big males will eat the moths but my females act like they are scared of them. lol
Check with Dave at Small Pet Feeders. His prices are reasonable you might save a few bux on your next order. He rears the blue form of horns.