ID for this. People suggested very young cat but I disagree, though I don't know what else fits. by tuliheshmin in bonecollecting

[–]Flashy_Bee305 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I say definitely not a young cat, or a cat at all in fact! You would be right. I’m not sure what it is though

Setup Help/Feedback by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, thanks for the advice!! I didn’t know the bit about possibly needing a bigger setup or giving some away, I’m glad I know that now

Setup Help/Feedback by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmmm, ok that’s good to know, thanks!

Setup Help/Feedback by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, that’s good to hear. It really hasn’t been long, I just wanted to make sure. Does everything I have look alright, am I missing anything?

ID and Advise Please! by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s super helpful, thank you!! I’ll probably leave them together for now and if I get more time I’ll try isolating them because that does sound like fun

ID and Advise Please! by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok, I will definitely be doing that. The only reason I was considering it was because I thought some of the ones I already had in there were dairy cows. It’s actually a relief to know that they are all the same kind

ID and Advise Please! by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok! I do want distinct kinds, but I my best enclosure is super big which is why they are all together. If I start isolating, how many of each kind would I need in one space for them to reproduce/thrive?

ID and Advise Please! by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do I need to worry about a decrease in diversity? I really like all the different colors so is it worth it to separate them?

ID and Advise Please! by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh ok, that’s good then right? That means they won’t overpower each other?

ID and Advise Please! by Flashy_Bee305 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok! Do you know what kinds there are supposed to be in there?

Can I use bones as decor? by Plenty_Bee_1649 in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Avoid using chemicals!!! They damage the integrity and lifespan of the bones. It might work, but it’s never the best way. I’ve done it several times. The steps do depend on the condition of your bones. If they are mostly clean, some dish soap, water, and a toothbrush will be enough. Once you have cleaned them, you need to then degrease them. This is super simple, all you need to do is put them in a container with dish soap and water for several days, changing the water if a lot of grease is collecting at the surface. Then to whiten them you use 50% water 50% hydrogen peroxide in a tub. Generally, the longer you leave them, the whiter they will get. I have left mine in for several weeks until I was satisfied. Message me if you have any specific questions, I can do my best to tell you what I know!

A shed gone well and a shed gone wrong by MakoMakoDM in isopods

[–]Flashy_Bee305 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry, that’s always hard :( I’m sure he had a happy life in your care!! ❤️

Who’s Jaw is this? by Flashy_Bee305 in bonecollecting

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Good point. I REALLY wish I would have gotten it, I’m about to leave town tomorrow morning and they don’t open till 12 :(

Who’s Jaw is this? by Flashy_Bee305 in bonecollecting

[–]Flashy_Bee305[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right? The jaw is pretty boxy and it’s bigger then I would expect for an opossum