Live Feeders Guide

Live Feeders Guide

Feeding live meals and snacks to your reptile offers numerous benefits that contribute to their overall health. Not only does it provide essential nutrients, but it also engages their natural instincts and encourages physical activity.

Feeding live meals and snacks to your reptile offers numerous benefits that contribute to their overall health. Not only does it provide essential nutrients, but it also engages their natural instincts and encourages physical activity. Incorporating live prey into your reptile's diet can enhance their quality of life and boost their nutrition.

Crickets

Crickets

Gradual Dog Food Transition Chart

FOOD FOR BEARDED DRAGONS, LEOPARD GECKOS, CRESTED GECKOS & VEILED CHAMELEONS

Crickets, commonly referred to as House Crickets or Brown Crickets, stand out as the top choice among reptile enthusiasts for their nutritional value for insectivores. Serving as an excellent staple diet, these lively critters not only provide essential nutrients and are high in protein, but also ignite the hunting instincts of reptiles, ensuring they stay active and engaged during mealtime. 

Cricket Nutrition: 17% Protein | 6% Fat | 4% Fiber | 76% Moisture

Mealworms

Mealworms

Mealworms

FOOD FOR BEARDED DRAGONS, LEOPARD GECKOS & VEILED CHAMELEONS

Mealworms, revered as a staple feeder for insectivores, stand out as an exceptional food source not only for reptiles but also for bluebirds, chickens, and fish. With a high protein content and moderate fat levels, mealworms offer a well-rounded nutritional profile that supports the dietary needs of various reptiles and other animals. 

Mealworm Nutrition: 17% Protein | 8% Fat | 2% Fiber | 70% Moisture

Superworms

Superworms

Superworms

FOOD FOR BEARDED DRAGONS, LEOPARD GECKOS & VEILED CHAMELEONS

Superworms offer a tantalizing blend of nutrition and activity. With lower chitin levels compared to mealworms, they provide a protein-rich diet that keeps reptiles satisfied and energized. Their impressive size makes them an ideal option for larger insectivores, ensuring a hearty meal that satisfies even the most voracious appetites.

Superworms Nutrition: 17% Protein | 10% Fat | 2% Fiber | 68% Moisture

Waxworms

Waxworms

Waxworms

SUPPLEMENTAL FOR BEARDED DRAGONS, LEOPARD GECKOS, CRESTED GECKOS, & VEILED CHAMELEONS

Waxworms serve as a delightful supplemental feeder for insectivores, providing a tasty treat that enriches their diet. With their high fat content, waxworms are perfect for adding necessary fat to the diets of your reptiles. They make an excellent addition, offering a nutritious boost that supports reptiles overall health.

Waxworm Nutrition: 12% Protein | 16% Fat | 2% Fiber | 65% Moisture

Hornworms

Hornworms

Superworms

FOOD FOR BEARDED DRAGONS, LEOPARD GECKOS & VEILED CHAMELEONS

Hornworms are a fantastic staple feeder for insectivores, especially larger species. Their impressive size makes them a hearty meal, while their high moisture content helps keep your reptiles hydrated. With low fat levels, hornworms provide a nutritious and balanced option that supports the dietary needs of your insect-eating pets.

Hornworms Nutrition: 10% Protein | 2% Fat | 3% Fiber | 85% Moisture

Flightless Fruit Flies

Flightless Fruit Flies

Flightless Fruit Flies

FOOD FOR BABY VEILED CHAMELEONS

Fruit flies are very small live feeders, making a great staple food or snack for baby reptiles. They still have wings but do not fly producing a meal that is high in protein with moderate fat levels.

Flightless Fruit Flies Nutrition: 20% Protein | 14% Fat | 3% Fiber | 60% Moisture

Discoid

Discoid

Dubia Roaches

FOOD FOR BEARDED DRAGONS, LEOPARD GECKOS, CRESTED GECKOS & VEILED CHAMELEONS

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Discoid roaches are a great feeder insect, providing a high protein and calcium. They are highly digestible, reducing waste and the risk of impaction. Raised naturally without chemicals, they do not bite, have low odor, make no noise, and can't jump or climb slick surfaces, making them an ideal choice for reptile owners.

CalciWorm Nutrition: 20% Protein | 7% Fat | 3% Fiber | 66% Moisture

Dubia

Dubia

Dubia Roach on a green leaf

FOOD FOR BEARDED DRAGONS, VEILED CHAMELEONS

NOT FOR SALE IN FLORIDA

Dubia roaches are an excellent choice for reptile nutrition, boasting high protein and digestibility, which reduces waste and minimizes the risk of impaction. Their long digestive tract allows them to carry extra gutload, providing additional nutritional support. They are also naturally high in calcium.

Dubia Nutrition: 23% Protein | 7% Fat | 3% Fiber | 66% Moisture

Frozen Mice & Rats

Frozen Mice & Rats

FOOD FOR SNAKES, REPTILES, AND AMPHIBIANS

Frozen Mice To Go offer an easy and convenient feeding option for various snakes, amphibians, and carnivorous lizards. Professionally packaged and stored, these mice and rats are individually bagged for simpler handling and thawing, ensuring a more sanitary and safe process. Additionally, they are irradiated to help prevent human illness, providing peace of mind for pet owners.

TIP: Make sure your choose an appropriate sized feeder based on the size of your reptile. For example, a small baby reptile would benefit from smaller sized feeders.

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