Insect Breeder Box from Old Refrigerator

[Beorn]

Has anyone ever made an insect breeding box from an old refrigerator? I want to breed dubia roaches and mealworms, but don't want them in my house. I can get an old fridge with the electrical and coolant systems removed for $30, and was planning on installing some sort of heating element (heat tape?) that will be thermostatically controlled. I was thinning 80 degrees, with a couple fans running inside to keep air moving around and at least one fan venting. Each insect species would of course be in a different container, so I'd maintain proper humidity levels on a species by species basis. Any ideas or suggestions? Thanks!

 

[Beorn]

No comments?

 

[indyana]

It sounds fine to me if that's what you want to do and can keep it from overheating? To be honest, my bugs are in bins everywhere. I just make certain the bins are escape proofed.

 

[rabidmoose]

That's a great cheap idea for organisation! Im sure you will get a few suprised guests when they go for a snack