{"title":"Beetles (Coleoptera)","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"protaetia-formosana","title":"Protaetia formosana","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eOrigin: Taiwan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eSize: Approximately 20–30 mm in length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eDifficulty (Keeping): Beginner to Intermediate; adapts well to stable tropical conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eBreeding Difficulty: Intermediate; breeds consistently when larvae are provided with nutritious decaying substrate and adults are maintained warm and well-fed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eTemperature: Keep within 22–27°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eHumidity: Moderate to high; maintain slightly moist substrate conditions while avoiding stagnant wet conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eVentilation: Moderate ventilation is recommended to maintain airflow while preserving humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eDiet: Adults feed on soft fruits, beetle jelly, and sugary liquids. Larvae require decaying hardwood substrate rich in white rot material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003eHabitat Setup: Use a tropical-style enclosure with deep substrate consisting of fermented flake soil or decomposed hardwood substrate for larvae. Adults benefit from cork bark, climbing surfaces, and good airflow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eAdditional Notes: \u003cem data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eProtaetia formosana\u003c\/em\u003e is a colourful flower beetle species appreciated for its metallic appearance and active daytime behaviour. Adults are frequently observed feeding openly and are suitable for both display and breeding setups\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peeters Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"1 larvae","offer_id":54144065864026,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 larvae","offer_id":54144065896794,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 larvae","offer_id":54144065929562,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/9729\/2378\/files\/4AF845FC-350F-492C-ADB1-659FC6C53590.jpg?v=1778600444"},{"product_id":"protaetia-speciosissima","title":"Protaetia speciosissima","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003eOrigin: Southeast Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eSize: Approximately 20–35 mm in length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eDifficulty (Keeping): Intermediate; requires stable warm temperatures and appropriate larval substrate quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003eBreeding Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced; successful breeding depends heavily on high-quality fermented substrate for larvae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003eTemperature: Keep within 22–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003eHumidity: Moderate to high humidity is preferred, especially for larval development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003eVentilation: Moderate ventilation is recommended to reduce stagnant conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003eDiet: Adults feed on fruits, beetle jelly, and sweet liquids. Larvae feed on highly decomposed hardwood substrate and fermented organic material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003eHabitat Setup: Provide a tropical enclosure with deep decomposed substrate for larval development. Adults appreciate climbing surfaces and shaded resting areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"3125\"\u003eAdditional Notes: \u003cem data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"2949\"\u003eProtaetia speciosissima\u003c\/em\u003e is valued for its vivid metallic coloration and strong feeding response. Like many flower beetles, larval nutrition plays a critical role in healthy development and adult size\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peeters Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"1 larvae","offer_id":54144090374490,"sku":null,"price":3.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 larvae","offer_id":54144090407258,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 larvae","offer_id":54144090440026,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/peetersreptiles.com\/collections\/coleoptera.oembed","provider":"Peeters Reptiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}