Live Giant Mealworms, 35 Count
Live Giant Mealworms, 35 Count
Giant mealworms are a larger, juicy feeder that appeals to reptiles, amphibians and birds needing more substantial food items. They are easy to store in the refrigerator; for long-lasting worms, remove them weekly for 24 hours and feed chopped apple or another moisture source. Available in select Pet Supermarket stores.
- Nutrition: A rich source of protein and moisture in a larger, satisfying size.
- Great For: Bearded dragons, skinks, monitors, frogs, turtles, arachnids and birds that need bigger prey.
- Easy to Keep: Refrigerator storage slows their metabolism so they last longer.
Product Details
Product Description
Product Description
Giant mealworms are a larger, juicy feeder that appeals to reptiles, amphibians and birds needing more substantial food items. They are easy to store in the refrigerator; for long-lasting worms, remove them weekly for 24 hours and feed chopped apple or another moisture source. Available in select Pet Supermarket stores.
- Nutrition: A rich source of protein and moisture in a larger, satisfying size.
- Great For: Bearded dragons, skinks, monitors, frogs, turtles, arachnids and birds that need bigger prey.
- Easy to Keep: Refrigerator storage slows their metabolism so they last longer.
Feeding Instructions
Feeding Instructions
Offer giant mealworms a few times per week as part of a varied diet, not as the only food item.
- Quantity: Feed 2-4 giant mealworms per feeding, starting small and adjusting to your pet's needs.
- Gut-Loading: Feed the worms bran, oats, fruits and vegetables for at least 24 hours before offering them.
- Presentation: Offer with feeding tongs, wiggling the worm slightly to trigger a feeding response.
- Cleanup: Remove uneaten giant mealworms after feeding.
Usage & Warning
Usage & Warning
Live feeders are intended as food for pets only. Do not release into the wild. Wash your hands after handling.
Habitat and Care
Habitat and Care
Habitat and Care
Giant mealworms keep well in a cool container with periodic warm-up feedings.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, ventilated container with wheat bran or cornmeal substrate, without overcrowding.
- Temperature: Store at 45-55°F to slow their metabolism and extend their lifespan.
- Food & Water: Every 7-10 days, remove from the refrigerator for 24 hours and feed fresh carrot or apple slices for nutrients and moisture.
Giant mealworms are a larger, juicy feeder that appeals to reptiles, amphibians and birds needing more substantial food items. They are easy to store in the refrigerator; for long-lasting worms, remove them weekly for 24 hours and feed chopped apple or another moisture source. Available in select Pet Supermarket stores.
- Nutrition: A rich source of protein and moisture in a larger, satisfying size.
- Great For: Bearded dragons, skinks, monitors, frogs, turtles, arachnids and birds that need bigger prey.
- Easy to Keep: Refrigerator storage slows their metabolism so they last longer.
Offer giant mealworms a few times per week as part of a varied diet, not as the only food item.
- Quantity: Feed 2-4 giant mealworms per feeding, starting small and adjusting to your pet's needs.
- Gut-Loading: Feed the worms bran, oats, fruits and vegetables for at least 24 hours before offering them.
- Presentation: Offer with feeding tongs, wiggling the worm slightly to trigger a feeding response.
- Cleanup: Remove uneaten giant mealworms after feeding.
Live feeders are intended as food for pets only. Do not release into the wild. Wash your hands after handling.
Habitat and Care
Giant mealworms keep well in a cool container with periodic warm-up feedings.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, ventilated container with wheat bran or cornmeal substrate, without overcrowding.
- Temperature: Store at 45-55°F to slow their metabolism and extend their lifespan.
- Food & Water: Every 7-10 days, remove from the refrigerator for 24 hours and feed fresh carrot or apple slices for nutrients and moisture.
