Chlorocala africana camerunica Pair

Origin:

• West and Central Africa, especially Cameroon.

Temperature:

• 22–26 °C during the day, slight drop at night (~20 °C).

• Humidity: 70–80%.

Duration:

• Development from egg to beetle: approx. 4–6 months.

• Adult lifespan: 3–5 months.

Raising Substrate:

• Main components: Rotten leaves and white-rotten wood (oak or beech preferred).

• Substrate thickness: At least 10–15 cm.

Feeding:

• Larvae: Substrate is sufficient.

Reproduction:

• Mating at optimal temperature and feeding conditions.

• Females lay eggs in the substrate (min. 10 cm deep).

Care Tips:

• Change substrate every 2–3 months.

• Enclosure size: At least 30 x 30 x 30 cm for one pair.

• Ventilation: Sufficient but no drafts.