This item will provide you with an adult pair or female of Homoderus mellyi.
Emergence date: Mid October
Homoderus mellyi is a stag beetle species originating from Cameroon. In Taiwan, they are called crab stag beetles because the male's head resembles a crab. Hobbyists in Japan on the other hand call them "Mengata" stag beetle because the patterns on their body resembles a human face. This species is relatively easy to keep; however, because of their long dormant period of 4-6 months, it can be somewhat unappealing to some beginners.
Feeds on beetle jelly and non-citrus fruits such as bananas and apples.
Difficulty level:Beginner
THIS SPECIES IS NOT NATIVE TO THE U.S. AND IS NOT TO BE RELEASED OUTDOORS!
Shipping Info:
To ensure the safe arrival of adult beetles or larvae, packages are shipped with either a heat pack or cold pack, depending on the prevailing weather conditions in the receiving area. However, if the weather conditions are extreme, excessively cold or hot, the shipment will be withheld until the weather becomes favorable.
Larvae are shipped with adequate substrate that should last for approximately one week. It is advisable to have an adequate supply of substrate ready before their arrival.
Packages are usually sent out on Mondays-Wednesdays.
Two shipping options are available: Standard(USPS Priority) and Express(UPS Overnight). For Live Arrival Guarantee(LAG), you MUST choose the Express shipping option.
