Morio (Bag of 500g)

Morio worms are one of the most widely used feeder insects in reptile keeping, and this 500g bag delivers a substantial supply for keepers feeding larger lizards or multiple animals. Large-bodied, active, and highly nutritious, morios are gut-loaded before packing at the source — so what arrives at your door is genuinely ready to feed.

Nutrition and Feeding Frequency

Morio worms have a high fat content relative to other feeder insects, which makes them an excellent condition food but one best used in rotation rather than as a daily staple. Feeding two to three times per week as part of a varied diet is the typical approach for most lizard species. Their size and movement make them particularly effective at triggering a feeding response in larger, more discerning animals.

Suitable Animals

• Adult bearded dragons
• Blue tongue skinks
• Monitor lizards
• Large amphibians and insectivorous invertebrates including mantis and tarantulas

Packaging and Transit

Morios arrive in a ventilated plastic tub with small air holes along the sides to maintain airflow and keep the worms contained. The outer packaging is adapted seasonally — additional perforations are added during warmer months, and a heat pack may be included during colder periods to protect the worms throughout the journey.

Keeping Your Morios Healthy

Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and draughts. Feed them regularly on fresh leafy greens, carrots, squash, or sweet potato — these keep the worms hydrated and nutritionally loaded. Remove uneaten food daily to prevent mould. Well-maintained morios are significantly more beneficial to your reptile than neglected ones, both in nutritional content and digestibility.

Gut-Loading and Supplementation

Because these worms are dispatched directly from the breeder already gut-loaded, they arrive in good nutritional condition. To maintain and build on this before feeding, continue offering fresh produce or a specialist gut-loading diet. Dusting with an appropriate calcium or vitamin supplement at feeding time is recommended as part of a complete nutritional approach.

A reliable, high-output feeder insect that earns its place in any serious lizard keeper's rotation — particularly for species that need size, movement, and caloric density from their food.