Tall 63 cm rearing cage with fine 170 µm mesh, front sleeve access, and full-height zipper

Summary: 24.5 × 24.5 × 63.0 cm; 255 g; fiberglass rod frame; woven nylon netting; 150 × 150 (≈170 µm) aperture; mesh on all panels except floor; no clear panels; floor: white polyester, water‑repellent; openings: 1 sleeve (front, Ø16 × L38 cm) and 1 zipper (front, W20 × H50 cm).

Detailed Description

At 63 cm tall, the BugDorm‑4E2260 rearing cage accommodates small potted plants while maintaining compact bench‑top footprint.  Very fine 150 × 150 mesh (≈170 µm aperture) is used on all sides for airflow and containment, with no clear panels for this model.  A water‑repellent white floor aids cleanup and visibility of frass and pupae.

The front panel provides two access routes.  A full‑height zipper (W20 × H50 cm) admits potted plants and larger materials.  An 18 cm‑diameter sleeve on the same panel enables adding or removing insects and food without escapes.

The lightweight fiberglass frame assembles outside the enclosure, leaving a smooth interior with minimal harborage points.  A ceiling strip is sewn in for suspending feeders or substrates as needed.

Use‑Case Notes

• Suitable for micro‑hymenopterans and small dipterans; verify containment requirements for very small taxa.
• Vertical clearance supports stems and small potted hosts for parasitoid exposure or larval feeding trials.
• White, water‑repellent floor improves detection of cocoons and exuviae, and wipes clean between cohorts.

Pack Contents

• 1 × Fabric Cage Body
• 8 × Fiberglass Rods (Ø4 mm, L22 cm)
• 8 × Fiberglass Rods (Ø4 mm, L30 cm)
• 4 × ABS Plastic Ridged Joints (2‑Way)
• 4 × ABS Plastic Joints (3‑Way)
• 4 × ABS Plastic Webbed Joints (3‑Way)

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