Grasshoppers Reviews
Newest Review: ... to keep the hopper/s in. Those smallish plastic tanks with the lids that have loads of slats and a little see through door to ... more
... open are ideal, you can find them pretty cheap in places like wilkos and the door makes it easier to feed them without a load escaping and taking over your house. Large jars or old icecream tubs can be used, but that does not really give much room, which is part of what they need to be healthy.
Substrate
Organic potting soil works well, although coir (sterile substrate that comes as compressed blocks and expands with water) can also be used. Personally I think its better to go with the potting soil if these are...morePrice Comparison for Grasshoppers
Customer Grasshoppers Reviews (2)
by - written on 25/04/10 (Very useful, 66 readings)
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Grasshoppers as pets is only something i've tried once, although no doubt at some point I will try it again. They tend to sit still more than crickets, which is always good, although when they do move they are just as good at hiding and mocking you with their "song". If you are going to keep these don't take many from one place, it can negatively impact the amount in that area next year. -Care- Housing First you need a good sized tank or container to keep the hopper/s in. Those smallish plastic tanks with the lids that have loads of slats and a little see through door to open are ideal, you can find them pretty cheap in places ... Read the complete review
by - written on 23/05/08 (Very useful, 77 readings)
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"Oh, Merry Fiddler's we! Music heals body, mind and soul. Sing, and with graceful bounds, You'll reach your goal! Just leap and you'll see... Jump! Set yourself free! Roaming the hillsides, or cozy by hearth, Keep yourself going with Luck Wisdom and Mirth! Hold onto Balance! Life swarms you with ... Read the complete review
