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Live Meal Worms 1kg

Live Meal Worms 1kg

Regular price R 600.00 ZAR
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The Live Mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) is one of the most popular feeder insects in the reptile hobby — a nutrient-rich, high-protein staple suitable for a wide variety of reptiles, amphibians, birds, and small mammals.

Available in multiple quantities, our live mealworms are delivered fresh and ready to feed.

Nutritional Benefits:

🐛 Protein: ~20% — supports growth and muscle development
🌿 Fat: ~13% — ideal for energy and weight maintenance
🦴 Calcium & Fiber: Essential for healthy bones and digestion

Mealworms make an excellent addition to a varied diet and are especially effective when gut-loaded with  Gut Load Food before feeding.

Which Reptiles Eat Mealworms?

Live mealworms are a versatile feeder for:

Leopard Geckos, Crested & Gargoyle Geckos (occasional treat), Bearded Dragons, Chameleons (Veiled & Panther), Frogs & Toads (Pacman, Tree Frogs), Tortoises (as a protein boost), Tarantulas & Mantids

Also ideal for birds, hedgehogs, and other small insectivores.

Feeding Instructions:

Feed directly to your reptile or place in a feeding dish.

Dust with calcium or multivitamin powder before offering.

Gut-load 24 hours before feeding for maximum nutritional value.

Remove uneaten worms from enclosures to prevent burrowing.

 

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