Lucky Reptile InsectTarrium 5 Litre IT-5 Invertebrate & Insect Tank

The LR InsectTarrium 5 Litre IT-5 is a compact, cylinder-shaped enclosure designed for housing small invertebrates — mantids, stick insects, beetles, spiders, snails, and a range of aquatic species. It works equally well as a short-term observation container for insects found outdoors or as a permanent desktop setup for adult keepers with a keen interest in invertebrates.

Construction & Design

Built from robust PET plastic, the cylindrical form gives clear all-round visibility without the distortion of cheaper materials. The design is clean and purposeful — functional on a desk without looking out of place.

Lid & Ventilation

• Removable LED lid integrates a fine ventilation mesh to maintain airflow while preventing escapes
• Feeding door built into the lid for easy access without fully removing the top
• Suitable for species that require good ventilation alongside controlled humidity

LED Lighting

• Integrated LED light unit housed in the lid
• Two daylight LEDs for daytime illumination
• One moonlight LED for low-light viewing after dark
• Automatic light sensor switches from daylight to moonlight mode as ambient light fades — no manual switching required

What It Houses

At 5 litres, the IT-5 suits a broad range of smaller invertebrates including praying mantids, stick insects, beetles, and spiders, as well as aquatic invertebrates and creatures like snails. It also makes a practical temporary enclosure for insects collected in the field, giving a clear view before release.

The built-in lighting and automatic day-to-night transition make the LR InsectTarrium 5 Litre IT-5 a genuinely capable setup straight out of the box — no additional equipment needed for basic invertebrate keeping.