05/11/2022
These insects are an important part of the ecosystem. They are also an important food source for many animals. In the wild, birds, spiders, rodents, reptiles, and other insects prey upon them.
Mealworms and superworms are a popular feeder insect for reptiles like bearded dragons, iguanas and exotic birds, chickens, fish, and many other monkeys and animals. They are high in protein and fat and are easy to maintain. They are available live or pre-killed and dried.
Dried worms that have been freeze dried or slowly oven dried. They retain much of their nutrients, last longer than live worms, and are easily stored until needed.
It has often been said that using dried worms in your bird feeder will attract a wider variety of wild birds and you can rest assured that what you are feeding them is 100% natural and packed with all the best nutrients.
As dried worms are 100% natural the exact analysis of each batch can vary. This can be due to the difference in the age of the worms when dried, the size of the worm or the type of drying process used. A typical analysis of dried mealworms is: *Protein 53%, Fat 28%, Fibre 6%, Moisture 5% Protein*.
Our worms are fed on a natural diet of grain, cereals and vegetables. All this goodness helps to make our mealworms and superworms a healthy and tasty treat for your animal friends. You will be amazed just how much they will enjoy Chubby worms!
