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can dermestid beetles survive in temps up to 100 degress

i am looking at purchasing dermestid beetles to clean 2 deer skulls. if we put them in a tub and seal it with tape and poke small air holes in the top and place the tub in the shade can the beetles survive temperatures up to 100 degrees? also if the beetles were to esscape what kinds of damage can they cause?

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May 09, 2022 - 07:44 AM

While they can live in very hot temperatures (in the 90s) they will also want to fly so be sure to keep them screened in their enclosure.

The ideal temperature is between 65 to 85 degrees and kept in the dark.

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