01/10/2026
It has been some time since we last posted - our deepest apologies to our valued customers and followers for the radio silence! Things are back on track and we want to assure people that not only is the OIF open for business but we are striving to make 2026 our strongest year yet!
Some brief announcements to start the year:
A major issue hit our dermestid colonies starting in November, which unfortunately was when the need for them was high. Our main breeding colony was wiped completely out by cordyceps fungus. The remaining bins were hit hard by a pest not long after which meant until it was cleared, no colonies were sold (revised and improved screening methods have been implemented to provide people with the healthiest starters and colonies possible). Most of the dermestid harvest for the end of 2025 was a failure due to this and we offer our most sincere apologies to customers which were affected by it.
We are working diligently to get our colonies back on track and will be contacting everyone on the waitlist once we have a better idea of the timeline moving forward.
It's the time of year again and mantis ootheca are available for sale! These are great for home garden pest control, can be raised as pets, and some people even use them as feeders! Send a PM for pricing and details.
Finally, all springtails now sold by the OIF will be on charcoal. We have some exclusive and rarely offered species that we are also working to bring on alongside the already tremendous lineup offered. Will 2026 be year of the springtail part II electric boogaloo? Only time will tell!
We hope that everyone's new year is off to a strong start, and that you all have a prosperous, healthy, and happy 2026 ahead. Sorry again to anyone waiting for a response to messages sent in the final two months of last year. We cannot express the depth of our gratitude for the patience, support, and understanding of our followers and patrons - thank you!
