{"product_id":"mini-mealworms-bag-of-500g","title":"Mini Mealworms 500g Bag | Live Reptile \u0026 Amphibian Food","description":"\u003cp\u003eMini Mealworms in a 500g bag are a live feeder insect suited to small and juvenile reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and fish. Their small size makes them particularly well-matched to hatchlings and juveniles that cannot yet handle standard-sized livefoods, and they are gut-loaded before packing to maximise nutritional content on arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Are Mini Mealworms?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini mealworms are the larval stage of the mealworm beetle, offered here at a smaller size than the standard feeder. They are nutritious and easy for animals to catch, though like all mealworms they are relatively high in fat, so they are best used as a supplementary feeder or occasional treat — typically once or twice a week — rather than a sole diet staple. Dispatched directly from the breeder, they arrive as fresh as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich Animals Are They Suited To?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby bearded dragons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby leopard geckos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby crested geckos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby chameleons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTree frogs, dart frogs, and toads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall spiders and other insectivorous invertebrates (e.g. mantis, tarantulas)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePackaging and Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini mealworms are packed in a ventilated plastic tub with air holes along the sides to maintain airflow during transit. The outer cardboard box may include additional perforations during warmer months to assist temperature regulation. In colder conditions, a heat pack may be included to protect the livestock during delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeeping and Gut-Loading\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore your mini mealworms at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and draughts, and add fresh food regularly to keep them active and healthy until use. Offer fresh leafy greens, carrots, squash, or sweet potato — these provide both hydration and nutrients that transfer directly to your animal. Remove uneaten food daily to prevent mould and maintain a clean environment. Well-fed, healthy worms deliver significantly better nutrition than unfed ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid overcrowding by housing them in appropriately sized containers with enough substrate for burrowing. Keeping your livefood in good condition right up to feeding time ensures your reptile or amphibian gets the most from every meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSourced from farm-bred stock and gut-loaded before dispatch, these mini mealworms give keepers of small and juvenile animals a reliable, appropriately sized live food option that is straightforward to maintain and feed on.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54146968813905,"sku":"A33500","price":21.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/A33500_1.jpg?v=1782721473","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/mini-mealworms-bag-of-500g","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}