PET INSECTS

Ants are diverse creatures that can make excellent additions to terrariums. With a range of species displaying unique behaviors and characteristics, ants as pets offer endless opportunities for observation and enjoyment. Whether you’re interested in their intricate social structures or their role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem, ants can bring dynamic interactions and educational value to your setup.

Isopods go by many names depending on where you are around the world. These miniature animals come in a variety of unique species and some hobbyists would consider many of them perfect small exotic pets. I also highly recommend stocking isopods in terrariums for their maintenance-keeping skills.

Jumping spiders are one of the most interesting arachnids found in many parts of the world. These tiny creatures can often be seen spinning webs, leaping vast distances, and even displaying a wide array of different colors and markings. Many hobbyists enjoy collecting and keeping jumping spiders as pets for terrariums. Not only are they fun to observe, but they also provide beneficial services by controlling populations of pests and other nuisance insects. 

Ladybugs are a beloved insect due to their brightly colored and cute appearance, making them a popular choice of pet among children and adults alike. Unlike other insect pets, ladybugs are low maintenance, require minimal resources, and have a relatively long lifespan. They are easy and enjoyable pets to keep, as they can thrive with minimal care and provide hours of entertainment from their lively activity. With the right environment, diet, and setup, you can provide a home for these vibrant and colorful ladybugs that will bring joy and smiles to your household.

Millipedes are another small vivarium pet commonly kept in enclosures. They come in a variety of unique colors, shapes, and sizes. Having millipedes in terrariums provides an excellent opportunity to both remove organic decay as well as aerate the soil. 

Praying Mantises are incredible predators, known for their stealthy hunting techniques and impressive camouflage. It is these amazing traits that make them a popular pet choice among hobbyists, especially for those looking for an exotic pet that isn’t too difficult to maintain. Pet praying mantises come in a variety of beautiful colors, shapes, and sizes, making them a delight to observe and care for. With the right habitat setup, diet, and environment they can provide years of joy and entertainment as a pet.

Gastropods, or snails are easily the most common inhabitant found in vivariums today. This is mostly attributed to the fact that many of them hitchhike their way into many setups. Don’t rule them out though, There are several species of pet snail many would consider rare and exotic. They also do a nice job cleaning up decay and other debris.

Springtails, also known as Collembola, are good to have in all vivariums. I highly recommend keeping springtails in terrariums as they prove to be extremely beneficial for maintaining the miniature ecosystem. These animals make great critters to keep and even though they aren’t considered exotic, they are amongst the smallest pets you can possibly keep.

Found in various regions across the globe, tarantulas are arachnids that can be quite imposing due to their size. These remarkable creatures can be seen spinning webs, moving carefully and deliberately on the ground, and showcasing distinctive hues and patterns. Numerous insect lovers derive pleasure from keeping and observing various types of pet tarantulas in captivity, as these creatures also assist in controlling pest populations. With their intricate nature and long life spans, tarantulas make for captivating and fulfilling pets.