Also remember that there may be eggs in the soil of any plant that is put in the cage. They can therefore escape easily if the cage is left open a little too long. It is better to have a tall cage to hold the plants on which the insects feed. A more conventional shaped cage may be used but then plant clippings may have to be put in the container rather than the whole plant. Adequate ventilation is very important, it is therefore good to have a screen top or door to the terrarium.
Newspaper is the cheapest and easiest floor lining available.
Sheets of plain white paper can also be used. Put one or two plants in the terrarium. The size and number of the plants will depend on the size of the individuals and their number. Plants can be left in their pots or a long branch can be cut and put in water to prevent wilting for a few days. Water the plants regularly.