How to Raise Stick Insects
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for stick insects?
A) 30-35°C (86-95°F)
B) 10-15°C (50-59°F)
C) 20-25°C (68-77°F)
D) 0-5°C (32-41°F)
  • 2. What is the primary food source for most stick insects?
A) Insects
B) Seeds
C) Fruit
D) Leaves
  • 3. How often should you mist your stick insect enclosure?
A) Daily
B) Weekly
C) Never
D) Monthly
  • 4. What is the minimum height recommended for a stick insect enclosure?
A) Half the insect's body length
B) Five times the insect's body length
C) Three times the insect's body length
D) The same as the insect's body length
  • 5. What should you do with uneaten leaves in the enclosure?
A) Sprinkle them with water
B) Remove them regularly to prevent mold
C) Leave them until they are completely eaten
D) Bury them in the substrate
  • 6. How do stick insects typically reproduce?
A) Only sexually
B) By laying eggs in water
C) Sexually or parthenogenetically
D) Only through cloning
  • 7. What is a good substrate for a stick insect enclosure?
A) Paper towels or vermiculite
B) Pine shavings
C) Gravel
D) Sand
  • 8. What is the average lifespan of a stick insect in captivity?
A) 6-12 months
B) 2-3 years
C) 1-2 months
D) 10-15 years
  • 9. What is molting?
A) Changing color
B) Laying eggs
C) Shedding of the exoskeleton
D) Eating food
  • 10. Why is ventilation important in a stick insect enclosure?
A) To keep the enclosure warm
B) To allow the insects to fly
C) To prevent mold and fungal growth
D) To attract more insects
  • 11. What is a nymph?
A) An adult stick insect
B) A young stick insect
C) A type of leaf
D) A disease affecting stick insects
  • 12. Which of these leaves are generally SAFE for stick insects?
A) Rhododendron
B) Ivy
C) Bramble (blackberry)
D) Oak
  • 13. What is the most common cause of death for stick insects in captivity?
A) Lack of food
B) Incorrect humidity or temperature
C) Predation
D) Old age
  • 14. How should you handle a stick insect?
A) By grabbing its legs
B) Forcefully
C) Gently and carefully, avoiding sudden movements
D) By picking it up by its antennae
  • 15. What should you do if a stick insect loses a leg?
A) Put it down (euthanize it)
B) Ensure proper humidity and food, it may regenerate the leg
C) Isolate the insect from others
D) Apply antiseptic to the wound
  • 16. Why should you avoid using tap water for misting?
A) Tap water is too expensive
B) Tap water is too cold
C) Tap water attracts parasites
D) Tap water contains chlorine and other chemicals
  • 17. What type of lighting is generally recommended for stick insects?
A) Indirect natural light
B) No light at all
C) UVB lighting
D) Direct sunlight
  • 18. How can you tell if a stick insect is about to molt?
A) They change color dramatically
B) They become sluggish and stop eating
C) They become more active
D) They lay eggs
  • 19. What is the purpose of providing sticks and branches in the enclosure?
A) To provide food
B) For climbing and molting
C) To absorb moisture
D) For decoration only
  • 20. What is the best way to clean a stick insect enclosure?
A) Use strong disinfectants
B) Vacuum the enclosure
C) Submerge the entire enclosure in water
D) Remove debris and replace the substrate regularly
  • 21. Why is it important to research the specific species you are keeping?
A) Only adults need specific care
B) Different species have different dietary and environmental needs
C) All stick insects are the same
D) Research is unnecessary
  • 22. What is the best way to provide water to nymphs?
A) Misting the enclosure regularly
B) They don't need water
C) Dropping water directly on their bodies
D) Providing a water dish
  • 23. What should you do if you find mites in your stick insect enclosure?
A) Replace the stick insects
B) Ignore them, they are harmless
C) Isolate the infected insects and clean the enclosure thoroughly
D) Spray the insects with insecticide
  • 24. Why is it important to avoid overcrowding in a stick insect enclosure?
A) It encourages breeding
B) It can lead to stress, disease, and cannibalism
C) It makes the enclosure look nicer
D) It doesn't matter
  • 25. Which is the best way to dispose of dead stick insects?
A) Bury them in the garden
B) Feed them to other pets
C) Flush them down the toilet
D) Wrap them securely and dispose of them in the trash
  • 26. If eggs are fertile, approximately how long does it take to hatch (range)?
A) 1-2 weeks
B) 1-2 days
C) Several weeks to months
D) 1 year
  • 27. What is diapause in stick insects?
A) A period of dormancy in eggs
B) A period of active feeding
C) A period of mating
D) A period of molting
  • 28. What is the best way to keep leaf cuttings fresh in a stick insect enclosure?
A) Place the leaves directly on the substrate.
B) Spray the leaves with hairspray.
C) Dry the leaves before placing them in the enclosure.
D) Place the stems in a water source, like a small bottle.
  • 29. What can happen if the enclosure is too dry for stick insects?
A) They can have difficulty molting
B) They eat more
C) They lay more eggs
D) They become more active
  • 30. What is an ootheca?
A) A disease of stick insects
B) A tool for cleaning enclosures
C) A type of stick insect leg
D) An egg case (often used for praying mantis)
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