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Introduction During the colder winter months, it is important to keep your reptiles fed with nutritional-rich, live insects. However, unless you have a colony established, you will need to order them. Of course, the survivability of the insects during the winter months can be a challenge during cross-country shipping. To provide you with the best quality products, it is important to know the limitations of each feeder insect we carry. This article will cover the different insects we carry and provide background on their cold tolerances, allowing you to determine which insect you would like to purchase. The following insects...

Why Hornworms Are an Excellent Food Choice for Bearded Dragons Hornworms, with their vibrant blue-green hue, aren't just visually striking – they also pack a nutritional punch. Here are some reasons why they're a good choice for bearded dragons: 1. High Moisture Content One of the standout features of hornworms is their high water content, which aids in hydrating bearded dragons. Given that these reptiles often struggle with hydration, especially when kept in captivity, feeding them hornworms can be beneficial.  Here is how hornworms compare to other feeder insects: hornworms vs superworms hornworms vs dubia roaches 2. Rich in Essential...

Understanding the Right Age for Transitioning Baby chicks are born without the ability to regulate their body temperature efficiently. For the first few weeks of life, they rely on external heat sources to keep warm. Typically, this comes from a heat lamp in a brooder. Here's a rough age-based guide: 0-1 Week: Chicks need the temperature to be around 90-95°F. 1-2 Weeks: 85-90°F. 2-3 Weeks: 80-85°F. 3-4 Weeks: 75-80°F. 4-5 Weeks: 70-75°F. By the time chicks reach 5-6 weeks, they often have enough feathers to regulate their body temperature without the help of a heat source, especially in mild climates....

Identifying and Addressing Stress Signs in Baby Chicks Raising baby chicks can be a rewarding experience, but it also requires a keen sense of observation to ensure their well-being. Recognizing when your baby chicks are stressed and knowing how to alleviate that stress is essential. It's easy to assume that throwing them some live superworms is a good way to improve their happiness.  But baby chicks need a special diet of grain.  So don't feed them live superworms just yet.  Here's a list of stress signs in baby chicks and effective ways to address them: 1. Peeping loudly and consistently...

Stimulate your chickens with these superworms If you've ever raised egg-laying chickens or spent time around them, you'll know that they're curious creatures, always on the lookout for their next tasty treat. One treat that always gets their attention? Superworms.  Here's a video that shows how much chickens love superworms:   But why do chickens love superworms so much? It turns out, these little worms pack a nutritional punch that's perfect for promoting healthy chickens. The Nutritional Power of Superworms Superworms, not to be mistaken with mealworms, are the larvae of the darkling beetle and have become increasingly popular as...