Live Mealworms (Tenebrio molitor)

Safe Handling 

Not for human consumption

Crickets and other whole prey are potential carrier of zoonotic diseases such as salmonella. Consider wearing latex or nitrile gloves when handling raw food. Thoroughly wash your hands, utensils and surfaces that come into contact with this product.

Nutrition Facts

Crude Protein (min) 20%

Crude Fat (min) 13%

Crude Fiber (min) 2%

Moisture (max) 62%

Proper Care

To ensure the longevity of your feeders provide ample ventilation and digging space. Dry grains such as oats or wheat bran can be used as bedding. Live mealworms can be kept in the refrigerator to prolong the metamorphosis into beetles. They will need to be removed and fed every few days when kept this way. Gut load using a variety of organic vegetables and formulated gut loading diets. Moisture can be provided with fresh organic vegetables. Clean periodically to remove buildup of waste and uneaten food.

Disclaimer

FrogTown: Exotic Pet Food & Supplies LLC uses a variety of insects in our feeder bins to maintain cleanliness including various isopods and dermestid beetles. These insects and their larvae are harmless and are safe to feed to reptiles and other animals.