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problem with crickets and wood

 
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lisap
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PostPosted: Sat Jun 02, 2007 10:54 pm    Post subject: problem with crickets and wood Reply with quote

hi guys. need some help. i have 2 piece's of wood in with my leopard's, but the problem ive got is that the crickets seem to burrow in the holes. has anyone got any idea's on how i could stop this (and don't say take the wood out as this will end up happening) lol

thanks Lisa
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PostPosted: Sat Jun 02, 2007 11:48 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

There is no way of stopping the crickets hiding in the wood, Take the wood out and get a few largish round pebbles or stones if you must have decor ..... crickets cant hide if there isnt any holes or cracks Very Happy
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 03, 2007 12:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

The alternative would be to take your leopards out of the viv and feed them crickets in another box.
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 03, 2007 2:02 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

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The alternative would be to take your leopards out of the viv and feed them crickets in another box.



I agree. If you are having problems simply move your geckos to feed them
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 03, 2007 6:53 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

or find a piece of mopani wood without holes, this usually does not have holes in it and can be quite smooth. Nice looking to and can be sourced from aquatic shops etc.
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 03, 2007 12:35 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I always block up any cracks and holes in the various types of wood I used for decor and background with moss. If you take the time to really ram it in tight you'll have little problems with that. I never do...
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 03, 2007 10:05 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I'd be tempted to get some clear silicon glue into the holes... You'll have to take them out to dry etc but should be fine in a day or two.
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PostPosted: Mon Jun 04, 2007 1:24 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

thanks for all the replys. im gonna try and block the holes with some moss i have to see if that works

cheers guys
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