Live Regular Mealworms – Fresh High Protein

Description

Live Regular Mealworms are the best‑selling live food in the UK and a trusted choice for bird keepers, wildlife enthusiasts, and reptile owners. Suitable for a wide range of species, they are especially valued by softbills, insectivorous birds, finches, robins, tits, and many garden birds that naturally rely on insects throughout their lives. They are equally beneficial for reptiles, amphibians, hedgehogs, and other exotic pets that thrive on live prey.

Mealworms are the larvae of the Tenebrio molitor beetle and are raised on a clean, vegetarian diet. This ensures they are safe to feed and free from the risks associated with offal‑fed larvae such as maggots. Their naturally high protein and moisture content make them an excellent food source during breeding and chick‑rearing, when adult birds require extra hydration and energy to support their young.

Average size: 20–30 mm

How to Store Live Mealworms

To keep your live mealworms healthy, active, and in top condition for feeding, store them in a cool, well‑ventilated container. Mealworms thrive at temperatures between 8–12°C, making a garage, shed, or a dedicated fridge drawer ideal. Avoid warm areas, as heat speeds up their growth and can cause them to pupate.

Provide a shallow layer of bran or oats as bedding and food, and offer small slices of carrot, apple, or potato for moisture. Replace these regularly to prevent mould. Remove any dead mealworms or pupae to keep the colony clean and fresh.

With the right care, your mealworms will stay lively, nutritious, and ready to feed for as long as possible.

Care Tips for Live Mealworms

Keeping your live mealworms healthy and active is simple with a few basic care steps. Start by transferring them into a clean, ventilated container with a shallow layer of bran or oats, which acts as both bedding and food. Add small slices of carrot, apple, or potato to provide moisture — replace these every couple of days to prevent mould.