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Gut-loading before dispatch means your animals benefit from every feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMedium Dendrobaenas work well for a range of larger reptiles, amphibians, and aquatic animals. Commonly fed to:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBearded Dragons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Tongue Skinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacman Frogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Caledonian Giant Geckos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox Turtles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAxolotls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePackaging and Transit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorms arrive in a sealed, ventilated plastic tub with side air holes to maintain airflow while keeping the contents secure. During warmer months the outer box may include additional perforations for ventilation; in colder conditions a heat pack may be included to maintain safe transit temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeeping Your Worms in Good Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore Dendrobaenas at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and draughts. Continue gut-loading them right up until use — fresh leafy greens, carrot, squash, or sweet potato all work well, providing both hydration and nutrients. 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Nutritious, easy for animals to track and catch, and gut-loaded before packing, this prepack of 35 small worms is a reliable feeder option for a wide range of species kept in vivariums and terrariums across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDendrobaenas are a high-fat feeder, which makes them best used as a supplement to a varied diet rather than a staple — once or twice a week is a sensible frequency for most species. They are dispatched directly from the breeder and gut-loaded prior to packing, so they arrive in peak nutritional condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize and Suitability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese worms measure between 50–100mm, making them appropriate for medium to large reptiles and amphibians. 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To maintain their nutritional value until use, offer fresh leafy greens, carrots, squash, or sweet potato — these provide hydration as well as nutrients. Remove any uneaten food daily to prevent mould and keep conditions hygienic. Well-maintained worms are significantly more beneficial to your animal than neglected ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFreshness and Dispatch\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eViperia ships livefood five days a week using fast courier services. Orders are packed on the day of dispatch and sent straight from the breeder. 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