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  1. 08-04-2018, 09:07 PM #1
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    Crickets and Brumation

    Hi my beardie in the last few days has decided to go into Brumation. What is the best care for him during this time?
    I also have about 300 crickets what am I to do with them during Brumation. Should I just keep them alive until he decides to come out of Brumation?
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  3. 09-04-2018, 04:26 AM #2
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    There is many posts on brumation in the brumation section for further reading.
    Though best thing to do is just leave them be and turn heat/lights off.
    Make sure there comfortable and have a nice dark hide, even a towel over the enclosure for some extra peace.
    They can often wake up during this time for a few days if it becomes warmer and will soon crash when it cools again.
    If this happens and they are only awake for a short time its best not to offer any food/water.
    If they decide they want to stay awake and become more active then offer some food/water.
    They will usually sleep for around 3-4 months.
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  6. 09-04-2018, 06:47 PM #4
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    Thank you, I don't think I'm going to cope for 3-4 mths
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    it will be a strange time for your first brumation,I know it took me a couple of years to get used to it,you worry all the time," is he still alive?" "give him a poke to see if he moves?" A few years down the track you actually appreciate the break when you have a collection.
    As for the crix, you might as well set them free as they won't live till your dragon wakes up again.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Beardie girl View Post
    Hi my beardie in the last few days has decided to go into Brumation. What is the best care for him during this time?
    I also have about 300 crickets what am I to do with them during Brumation. Should I just keep them alive until he decides to come out of Brumation?
    Same here, btw how did you manage?
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    hello jimroy and welcome to our beardy world. If you have a look through the forum you will find the answers to all your questions . If there is still something that eludes you , don't be afraid to ask, one of our experienced beardy keepers will help you out .
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