Pachnoda prasina

Pachnoda prasina – green rose beetle for the terrarium

The Pachnoda prasina is a beautiful rose chafer from the family of the leaf-horned beetles (Scarabaeidae), which impresses with its striking coloration and active lifestyle. This species originally comes from the tropical regions of Africa, where it lives in forests and savannahs. There it is mainly found on flowers and fruits – a behavior that can also be observed wonderfully in the terrarium.

Characteristic for Pachnoda prasina is the brilliant, mostly green ground colorwith yellow or cream-colored markings is decorated. This high-contrast appearance makes the beetles a real highlight in any terrarium. With their matt shell, they almost look like small fruits moving between plants and branches.

In husbandry are Pachnoda prasina are relatively uncomplicated and therefore also ideal for beginners in beetle keeping. You can keep them in a medium-sized terrarium with sufficient Substrate made from Flake Soil is equipped. This substrate is not only used for laying eggs, but is also the basis for the development of the larvae, which remain in it until they pupate. A layer of at least 10-15 cm is recommended so that the animals can develop fully.

The best way to feed the beetles themselves is with ripe fruit such as bananas, mangoes, peaches or melons. Overripe apples or pears are just as popular as Beetle Jellys. It is important that you change the fruit regularly to prevent mold growth.

Particularly exciting about Pachnoda prasina is the complete development cyclethat you can observe as a keeper: From the strong grub larva to pupation to the freshly hatched beetle. Within a few months, new generations emerge that will breathe life into your terrarium.

Rose chafer beetles are very active in the terrarium. They climb on branches, dig in the substrate and also like to fly off when the temperatures are right. When kept in a small group, they appear particularly lively and create a lot of dynamism in the tank.

So if you are looking for an exotic, colorful and easy to keep terrarium inhabitant, the rose chafer Pachnoda prasina are exactly the right choice. They combine robust care properties with eye-catching beauty and make your terrarium a real eye-catcher.