How to Take Care of a Katydid Insect

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Purchase a tank: Katydids require very little in terms of housing.

   A medium or large kritter keeper can safely house up to four katydids.
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   Step 2: Add substrate to the tank: Potting soil or topsoil purchased from any home improvement store works perfectly.

   Fill the bottom of the tank with 2–3 inches (5.1–7.6 cm) of your chosen substrate. ,, Because of this the best way to acquire a katydid is to go on an insect hunt.
   
   During the hottest part of the day hunt for katydids in gardens, weedy areas with tall grasses, and crop fields. , Give your katydid simple romaine lettuce and they will be happy for a long time.
   
   Remove spoiled food and refresh the lettuce daily. ,, You can enjoy the company of your new companion for 2 weeks
   - 3 months depending on the the katydid's age when you capture it.
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   Step 3: Decorate the tank: Add leaves

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   Step 4: branches

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   Step 5: and any other decorations to make the home resemble the katydid's natural environment.

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   Step 6: Catch a Katydid: Unlike praying mantis or butterflies Katydids are not commonly available at online bug shops.

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   Step 7: Feed your new pet: Grocery shopping to feed you pet is easy and inexpensive.

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   Step 8: Keep the tank moist: Using a spray bottle

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   Step 9: lightly mist the tank every day.

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    Step 10: Enjoy your new pet: Your katydid will give you hours of entertainment as you watch it stalk

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    Step 11: and sing in its cage.

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