Breeding schizomida

[MBullock]

took 3 days for mating to complete. the male has a modified flagellum that serves as a secondary sexual organ, and he shakes it around in her face. Maybe i should try that

 

[octanejunkie]

took 3 days for mating to complete. the male has a modified flagellum that serves as a secondary sexual organ, and he shakes it around in her face. Maybe i should try that

I've done it
My probation ends next month, but the sores will take 6 more weeks to heal

 

[MBullock]

Update: This species has extremely short gestation. this female has already given birth. I was expecting several months, not two lol.. Good thing i have a springtail culture!

 

[thecreaturesnest]

Update: This species has extremely short gestation. this female has already given birth. I was expecting several months, not two lol.. Good thing i have a springtail culture!

Congratulations on the successful pairing.

 

[Leepbby]

took 3 days for mating to complete. the male has a modified flagellum that serves as a secondary sexual organ, and he shakes it around in her face. Maybe i should try that


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LOL

 

[MBullock]

Congratulations on the successful pairing.

thanks! this wasnt the first time ive cultured them, the last time was on accident in a communal enclosure, but i lacked the resources to care for the young properly. now i have a booming springtail culture so I can feed even the smallest of critters, now.

 

[MBullock]

UPDATE: The brood is now starting to develop into 1st instar 'nymphs' and will be emerging soon. the mother will be removed to prevent her from competing with the nymphs for food.