Dubia Cockroaches Pre-Pack – Adults | Live Reptile Food

Adult dubia cockroaches (Blaptica dubia) are a well-established feeder insect for larger reptiles and amphibians. This pre-pack contains adult-sized specimens, gut-loaded before dispatch to maximise their nutritional value on arrival. If you're feeding bearded dragons, blue tongue skinks, ackie monitors, or other large lizards, dubias are a high-protein, meaty feed item worth having in regular rotation.

Nutritional Profile and Feeding Role

Dubia cockroaches are nutritionally dense and easy for reptiles to catch, making them an engaging and rewarding feed. Their tough exoskeleton means they are harder to digest than softer feeders, so they work best as a treat or supplementary item rather than a sole staple — particularly for animals on a mixed diet. Gut-loading is carried out prior to packing, so the insects arrive in the best nutritional condition possible.

Suitable Species

• Adult bearded dragons
• Adult blue tongue skinks
• Adult ackie monitors
• Other large lizards and omnivorous reptiles

Packaging and Delivery

Cockroaches are packed in a ventilated plastic tub with small air holes along the sides to maintain airflow while keeping insects securely contained. The outer cardboard box may include additional perforations during warmer months to aid ventilation. In colder conditions, a heat pack may be included to help maintain a safe transit temperature.

Keeping Them Until Feeding

To maintain condition between delivery and feeding, keep the cockroaches at room temperature away from direct sunlight and draughts. Offer fresh leafy greens, carrots, squash, or sweet potato regularly — these provide both hydration and nutrients. Remove any uneaten food daily to prevent mould and keep the tub clean. Well-maintained dubias pass on significantly better nutrition to your reptile than insects left unfed.

Freshness and Quality

Viperia's live food is sourced from ethical, farm-bred stock and dispatched on a fast courier service to minimise time in transit. If your order arrives in poor condition or with a quality concern, contact our team and we'll put it right.

For keepers who take live food seriously, these pre-packs offer a straightforward way to keep high-quality feeder insects on hand without the overhead of maintaining a full colony.