# Giant African flower beetle — care routine

Mecynorrhina torquata

## Before arrival

- [ ] Plan separate larval food-substrate and adult housing systems before buying grubs.
- [ ] Use individual larval vessels with several litres of suitable food substrate; the breeder proposes at least three litres each. Adults need a secure ventilated display with climbing grip, feeding stations and appropriate laying substrate.
- [ ] Run and record the completed habitat through daytime and overnight conditions before arrival.

## Routine checks

- [ ] Check adult food hygiene or larval vessel security and temperature, according to stage.

## Regular care and records

- [ ] Review larval food volume and avoid disrupting established pupal cells.

## When to seek help

- [ ] Review larval growth and substrate conversion to frass without repeatedly disturbing pupation.
- [ ] Arrange appropriate professional assessment for injury, sudden decline or repeated care problems.

## Sources

- Mecynorrhina torquata care (Scuttle & Squeak): https://scuttleandsqueak.com/care-guides/beetles/mecynorrhina-torquata

Read the full care guide and the cautions for your animal: https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/giant-african-flower-beetle/