CritterLatch© 2.0 Set – Your Benefits at a Glance

• Double-lock mechanism: Inner and outer locks ensure no insects escape—even when the screw cap is open.
• Durable & robust: High-precision 3D printing “Made in Germany.”
• Upgradeable: Fits all CritterLatch Classic models—simply swap in the new closure, no full set repurchase needed.
• Time-saving: CritterLatch 2.0 adapter* for direct attachment to a terrarium or rearing box enables quick and easy feeding.
• Versatile: Ideal for Drosophila melanogaster, D. hydei, bean beetles, soldier flies, and more.
• Organizational option: Label your cultures with separately available coding rings to keep multiple colonies organized.

*Mounting bracket sold separately.

Differences Between Drosophila melanogaster and Drosophila hydei

• Drosophila melanogaster: 2–3 mm, development time 10–12 days at 24 °C.
• Drosophila hydei: 3–4 mm, development time approx. 3 weeks at 24 °C.

Why CritterLatch 2.0 Is Ideal for Your Rearing

• Secure handling: No escapes thanks to the double-lock design—less stress and a cleaner environment.
• Flexibility: One closure for all feeder insects and all Classic models.
• Durability: Robust 3D-printed construction, quality-checked before shipping.
• Efficiency: Quick setup and teardown of your rearing stations, giving you more time for observation and care.

Unified Instructions for Both Summer & Winter Recipes

1. Fill the freshly prepared diet into the empty rearing container.
2. Sprinkle a handful of wood wool on top.
3. Carefully introduce the flies (D. melanogaster or D. hydei).
4. Lock the container with CritterLatch 2.0.

Summer Diet Recipe for Drosophila Rearing

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp rolled oats.
• 1 tbsp sugar.
• 7 tbsp apple cider vinegar.
• ½ tsp dry yeast.
• Water or apple juice (as needed).

Preparation

1. Mix oats, sugar, vinegar, and yeast in a bowl.
2. Slowly add water or juice until you reach a porridge-like consistency.
3. Let it sit for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Proceed as in the unified instructions above.

Winter Diet Recipe for Drosophila Rearing

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp rolled oats.
• 1 tbsp sugar.
• 9 tbsp apple cider vinegar.
• ½ tsp dry yeast.
• Water or apple juice (as needed).

Preparation

1. Combine oats, sugar, vinegar, and yeast in a bowl.
2. Gradually add water or juice to achieve a porridge-like texture.
3. Allow to rest for 30 minutes, stirring now and then.
4. Follow the unified instructions above.

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