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Copulation-Readiness

Copulation-Readiness

The indication of the copulation readiness means the time from the last molt to the first copulation readiness. It's only a notion and depends on the aviable food and keeping conditions.

Female about 4 weeks after the last molting
Ooths First building within 8 to 9 weeks after the last molting
Size 3.5cm- 4cm
Shape cylindrical, long, bent
Color gray/ red- brown
Hint nymphs startles easily
After building, the female sits on the ooth to defend it.

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