A realistic terrarium setup for a madagascar hissing cockroach.

Top 10 Pet Insects That Are Surprisingly Easy to Care For

Sylvia Duruson

When most people think of pets, they typically envision furry companions like dogs, cats, or perhaps small mammals like hamsters. However, the world of pet keeping extends far beyond traditional choices. Insects, often overlooked as potential pets, can offer fascinating, low-maintenance companionship with minimal space requirements. These tiny creatures present unique opportunities to observe natural ...

A young girl joyfully watches a butterfly perched on a hand outdoors.

Why Insects Make the Perfect First Pet for Curious Kids

Sylvia Duruson

Many parents find themselves faced with the inevitable “Can I have a pet?” question from their children. While cats and dogs often come to mind first, they require significant time, space, and financial commitments that many families aren’t ready for. Enter the humble insect—nature’s tiny marvel that offers an accessible, educational, and surprisingly engaging introduction ...

A display of various giant pet insects including tarantulas, beetles, and stick insects

The World of Giant Pet Insects From Tarantulas to Titan Beetles

Muhammad Sharif

In the fascinating realm of exotic pets, one particular niche has been steadily growing in popularity—giant insects and arachnids. While traditional pets like dogs and cats remain the mainstream choice, there’s an undeniable allure to the extraordinary world of giant arthropods that captivates the imagination of enthusiasts worldwide. These magnificent creatures, with their prehistoric appearance ...

Stick insect perched on a green leaf against a dark background.

The Best Enclosures for Exotic Pet Insects

Rica Rosal

Welcoming exotic insects into your home introduces a fascinating window to the miniature world of arthropods, but providing them with the right habitat is crucial for their health and well-being. Whether you’re housing a vibrant butterfly, industrious stick insect, or striking tarantula, the enclosure serves as their entire ecosystem. Creating the perfect home for these ...

Ants working together in a colony, demonstrating social organization.

The Most Social Pet Insects That Can Live in Groups

Sylvia Duruson

Insects make up the largest and most diverse group of animals on our planet, with millions of species exhibiting fascinating behaviors. While many people may cringe at the thought of insects as pets, certain social species can make fascinating companions when kept in appropriate colonies. These insects naturally live in complex communities with division of ...

Insect comparison between wild and captive environments.

Why Some Insects Live Longer in Captivity Than in the Wild

Muhammad Sharif

In the intricate dance of nature, lifespans serve as crucial markers of evolutionary success. Among the most fascinating examples of this phenomenon are insects, whose life expectancies can dramatically shift between wild habitats and captive environments. While some insects perish quickly in artificial settings, many species actually experience significantly extended lifespans when carefully maintained in ...

Bright green praying mantis balancing on a single blade of grass against a brown background.

Why Some Insects Are Illegal to Own as Pets

Rica Rosal

The Fascinating World of Insect Pets While cats, dogs, and fish dominate the pet market, the exotic pet industry has seen growing interest in arthropods, particularly insects and arachnids. From colorful beetles to impressive stick insects, these invertebrates offer unique opportunities for observation and care in compact living spaces. Their relatively simple needs and fascinating ...

A collection of exotic cockroach species commonly kept as pets.

The Best Species of Cockroaches for Exotic Pet Keepers

Muhammad Sharif

When most people hear the word “cockroach,” they immediately think of household pests scurrying across kitchen floors. However, in the exotic pet world, certain cockroach species are prized for their fascinating behaviors, unique appearances, and relatively simple care requirements. These misunderstood insects have gained popularity among exotic pet enthusiasts who appreciate their ecological importance, interesting ...

A variety of easy-to-care-for pet insects for beginners.

The Best Pet Insects for Beginners Easy to Care For

Muhammad Sharif

Have you ever considered keeping an insect as a pet? While they might not be the first creatures that come to mind when thinking of animal companions, insects can make fascinating, low-maintenance pets that offer unique educational opportunities. For beginners venturing into the world of entomology, several species stand out for their ease of care, ...

A fishing spider calmly walking on the surface of still water

The Only Venomous Spider That Can Walk on Water

Muhammad Sharif

The animal kingdom never ceases to amaze with its remarkable adaptations and specialized creatures. Among these evolutionary marvels is a particularly fascinating arachnid that combines two seemingly contradictory abilities: delivering venom and walking on water. The fishing spider (genus Dolomedes) stands as nature’s unique solution to hunting in aquatic environments while maintaining the predatory advantages ...