2024年10月18日 · Spotted any tiny unidentified flying bugs in your terrarium? They’re probably one of the bad bugs, I’m afraid. Gnats , mites, and mealybugs are all known plant parasites that can hitch a ride into terrariums via plants and substrate .

2024年1月6日 · Fungus gnats are horrible little flying creatures that love moist, humid terrarium conditions. If you’ve ever spotted tiny little flies hanging out on the inside of the glass, it’s likely a gnat problem.

One of the most common uninvited “guests” is insects, such as fruit flies and gnats, that were not added as part of the intended microfauna. Small insects like these can get out of control in your exotic pet’s bioactive terrarium, and they do not usually add to the aesthetic you’re going for.

Let’s get the obvious out of the way: springtails are the number one recommendation for insects to add to your terrarium. And for good reason. Springtails, otherwise known as collembolans, are small whitish, gray insects measuring about 1/16 to 1/8 of an inch long. In nature, they’re commonly found in moist soil and around decaying plant matter.

2024年12月13日 · Insects, spiders, worms, snails, and even flies can survive in a closed terrarium. These insects include cherry shrimp, isopods (Roly-Poly/Pill Bugs), earthworms, dwarf white woodlice, beneficial nematodes, and ladybugs. These tiny bugs help keep the terrarium clean by eating mold, fungi, and dead plants.

A closed terrarium is full of insects and other bugs. Those are worms, snails and spiders, for example. Although springtails may look like insects, they actually aren't. All of these bugs serve their role inside your ecosystem and help to keep it stable.

2022年11月16日 · There are a few things you can do to get rid of flies in your terrarium. One is to make sure that there is no food or water source for them. This means removing any decaying leaves or fruit, and making sure the plants are not overwatered. Another is to use a commercial fly trap, which will attract and kill the flies.

2024年10月10日 · Insects and bugs are a natural fit for terrariums. Small, inexpensive, and often easy to please – sounds like the perfect pet, right? Not to mention the variety! Seriously, with stunning creatures like orchid mantis’ and metallic flower beetles, the amount of exotic, bold, and bright bugs to choose from is incredible.

2009年8月15日 · Question: A few weeks ago I put together two terrariums: one with irish moss and african violet... recently I've noticed that they both have some tiny little whitish/yellowish bugs roaming around inside. I've only seen 5-6 in each one, but now I'm wondering if they're going to become a problem for the plants if they're not kept in check.

2023年10月22日 · When it comes to bugs for your terrarium, springtails are on the top of the list. These tiny, wingless insects are excellent decomposers and contribute to the breakdown of dead plant material.