I'm exploring the idea of trying to breed some ASF's. I want to do a trial run with a single breeding colony of 1.2-1.4 depending partially on whats available, and what you all recommend. At this point I'm not looking to produce enough to feed my entire collection, but feed a few problem child BP's that like making my live more difficult.
So here is the setup I'm looking at running for the trial run:
RBI Rat Breeding Cage (18.25" x 12" x 6.5")
http://www.reptilebasics.com/R10
500 ml Water bottle:
http://www.reptilebasics.com/rodent-...-bottle-500ml/
5.5" Wheel:
http://www.petsmart.com/product/inde...AvailInUS%2FNo
Plastic Hide:
http://www.petsmart.com/product/inde...AvailInUS%2FNo
Bedding: probably aspen (open to suggestions)
Food: Harlan 2018 Lab Block
http://www.reptilebasics.com/harlan2018
Am I missing anything? Any suggestions?
My biggest question about ASF's is how they smell. As I said I'm not looking to have dozens ok them, at most 4 colonies of 1.4 (plus offspring) So how bad should it be?
Thanks in advance!