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Crickets Vs Black Soldier Fly Larvae Table of Contents Crickets are often considered the most popular feeder insect for reptile and amphibian pets.  They have high quantity of lean protein, and they are inexpensive.  But they are missing some critical nutrients that many reptiles require.  There are workarounds to include these nutrients with a cricket-diet.  However, those critical nutrients are naturally abundant in the nutritional profile of black soldier fly larvae.   Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) are an amazing, under-the-radar feeder insect for many reptiles and amphibians.  They can fulfill the calcium requirements that these amazing pets need, while also providing the...

How many Dubia or Discoids Roaches does my Pet Need? Knowing when and how much to feed growing non-mammalian pets can be a challenge and the information available can be conflicting or vague.  This article intends to capture data from the best research available on utilizing common feeder insects, rather than just repeating what another website may claim. Crickets certainly offer nutritional benefits as inexpensive feeder insects. Dubia roaches offer other advantages.  And their similar relative, the discoids roach are very comparable.  The favorable calcium to phosphorus ratio, higher protein and slightly higher fat content makes them an appealing choice...

Emperor Scorpion Care Guide Table of Contents Ask an Expert We love seeing pictures of well cared for Empower Scorpions!  But sometimes setting up their habitat, and providing the proper care can a challenge.  Our in-house zoologist can help identify proper husbandry, and the best ways to take care of your emperor scorpion if you have questions. Emperor Scorpion Basics Want a pet that’s a real conversation starter without having to do a great deal of maintenance?  Well, if you like arthropods, then the Emperor Scorpion might be an ideal pet for you.  Size Emperor scorpions, Pandinus imperator, are indigenous to...

How Many Crickets should I feed my Pet? Knowing when and how much to feed growing non-mammalian pets can be a challenge and the information available can be conflicting or vague.  This article intends to capture data from the best research available on utilizing common feeder insects, rather than just repeating what another website that sells feeder insects may claim. Table of Contents Bearded dragons How Many Crickets for Bearded Dragons Young Bearded Dragon (1-3 months old) = 25 - 60 1/8" crickets (one week old) three times per day. Twice per day is acceptable, but your pet will grow...

Dubia Roaches Vs Silkworms The right feeder for your pet really depends on your pet’s needs. When considering Dubia Roaches versus Silkworms, you need to look at many different aspects of the insects and the needs of your pet. In this article, we break down the complex nutritional profiles of these species. We look at protein, fat, mineral, and fiber content. Plus, we look at different situations in which each insect might be appropriate.  Nutritional Profile of Dubias and Silkworms Experts suggest that the following nutritional profile is optimal for most insectivorous and carnivorous reptiles and amphibians: Typical Carnivorous Reptile...