{"product_id":"locusts-cylinder","title":"Locusts (Schistocerca gregaria) – Cylinder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Desert Locust (\u003ci\u003eSchistocerca gregaria\u003c\/i\u003e) packaged in a cylindrical container is a premium, highly nutritious live feeder insect option. Rich in essential proteins, vitamins, and minerals, these large insects are widely utilized by advanced hobbyists to feed large carnivorous aquarium inhabitants, semi-aquatic turtles, amphibians, and large reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort Description \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchistocerca gregaria\u003c\/i\u003e in a convenient cylinder offers a safe, controlled way to introduce high-value live nutrition to larger predatory species. Known for their active nature and appealing movement, they stimulate natural hunting instincts. Packed securely in a ventilated cylinder container, they are straightforward to manage for keepers expanding beyond basic prepared foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Product Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchistocerca gregaria\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesert Locust, Migratory Locust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Format\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVentilated Cylinder Container (Live Feeder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutritional Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtremely high protein, low fat, rich in chitin and trace minerals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTarget Species\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge carnivorous fish, semi-aquatic turtles, monitor lizards, large amphibians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy (Store in a dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDietary Requirement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh vegetables, wheat bran, or oats prior to feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Beginner Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Housing \u0026amp; Cylinder Maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon arrival in your cylinder container, keep the locusts in a dry, warm, and well-ventilated space out of direct sunlight. Ensure the mesh lid remains securely fastened to prevent escapes. Room temperatures between 25°C to 30°C are ideal for keeping them active and healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Gut-Loading \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the nutritional value for your pets, \"gut-load\" the locusts 24 hours before feeding. Offer small slices of fresh carrots, squash, leafy greens, or dry oats placed directly inside or on top of the cylinder mesh. Remove any uneaten moist food daily to prevent mold or excessive humidity inside the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Feeding Guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen introducing locusts to your animals, select sizes appropriate for your pet's mouth gap. Because they are large, energetic insects, they stimulate active pursuit behaviors in predatory aquatic or terrarium pets. Always monitor your pets during feeding to ensure safe consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Worms \u0026 Insects","offers":[{"title":"Medium - Approx. 100 pcs","offer_id":57073600790868,"sku":"ST040805","price":54.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large - Approx. 100 pcs","offer_id":57073600823636,"sku":"ST040815","price":60.32,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/Locusts_Schistocercagregaria.webp?v=1788892179","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/locusts-cylinder","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}