- (1") Adult
- (3/4" to 1") Mix
- (3/4")
- (1/2")
- (1/4")
- (1/8")
- (1/16")
- 100 ct
- 250 ct
- 500 ct
- 1000 ct
- 1500 ct
- 2000 ct
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TRANSFER OF CRICKETS FROM SHIPPING BOX TO CONTAINER
Larger crickets are packed loose in the box. Pin head, 1/8", 100 count, and most 250 count crickets are shipped in a tube inside the shipping box.
The best way to get the crickets into a storage container is to slice the END of the box open and pull out the egg cartons, bringing the crickets with them. Shake the box to remove stragglers.
Check the box to make sure it is empty.
Remove the potato remnants. These are used only to provide moisture during shipping and will begin to smell if left in the tank.
Break up the egg cartons and leave them in the storage container so the crickets have a place to crawl and hide. You can also add cardboard tubes (from paper towels or toilet paper) for additional places to crawl and hide.
CRICKET REQUIREMENTS
Water
Upon arrival, the crickets will immediately need unlimited access to clean water. Crickets will drown in even a small amount of standing water; there are several ways to prevent this.
The first watering option is to fill a jar lid (mayo size) with pebbles and then fill that with clean water. The pebbles give the crickets a place to safely stand while drinking.
The second watering option is to purchase a water device kit. The kit includes a jar, base, and either sponge or plastic disc. It resembles a dog/cat gravity watering system. Order a sponge when ordering crickets 1/2" or smaller. Order a disc when ordering crickets larger than 1/2".
- Other watering options include sponges or water gel.
- Any watering option you choose needs to be rinsed daily with clean water to prevent the growth of bacteria.
Food
Feeding your crickets is very simple. You may choose a dry mixture of cornmeal, oatmeal, and/or bran meal. If you choose to "gut-load" your crickets with a calcium enriched food, we supply Top Hat Cricket Farm Calcium Enriched Food.
Sanitation
It is essential to keep the storage container clean for healthy crickets. Wipe often with a clean, damp paper towel. When it is necessary to thoroughly clean the holding container, do so ONLY with a mixture of 1/4 cup CLEAR ammonia to 1-gallon hot water. RINSE THOROUGHLY. All other cleaning products leave a residue that will kill the crickets. Remove dead crickets or shedded cricket skins frequently to prevent the spread of bacteria and odors.