Your order includes a container of 100 Large Black Soldier Fly Larvae that are living, active, and packed with nutrition. These are delivered "ready to go"—no gut-loading or dusting required!
Simply open the container and feed them directly to your critters for an instant protein and calcium boost. Whether you’re treats-testing with your backyard chickens or feeding a hungry reptile, these larvae are the perfect size to get their attention and keep them healthy.
Order Details:
Quantity: 100 Large Larvae (3/4" long)
Status: Live & Active
Origin: Raised locally at Queen Worm Farm (DeBolt, AB)
Why Choose "Large" Larvae?
Maximum Calcium: Our large larvae are at the perfect stage of their life cycle to provide the highest calcium levels, essential for strong eggshells in poultry and preventing Metabolic Bone Disease in reptiles.
Convenient Size: Perfect for adult bearded dragons, monitors, chickens, ducks, and geese. They are big enough to trigger a natural hunting instinct!
No Dusting Required: Because of their ideal calcium-to-phosphorus ratio, you can skip the messy supplement powders.
Caring for Your Black Soldier Fly Larvae
Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) are incredibly easy to keep! Unlike other live feeders, they don't require much space or noise. Follow these simple steps to keep your larvae fresh and wiggly:
Temperature Matters: For a longer shelf life, keep them in a cool, dark place (around 10°C to 15°C). A cool basement or the door of your refrigerator usually works well. If you want them to grow faster or stay very active, room temperature is fine!
No Food or Water Needed: Your larvae arrive at their peak nutritional stage. They don't need to be fed or watered; in fact, keeping them dry prevents them from climbing out of their container.
Moisture Control: Keep the bedding material (usually bran or wood shavings) dry. If it gets too damp, the larvae may try to crawl out.
Ready to Use: When you’re ready to feed your animals, simply sift out the amount you need. If they seem "sleepy" from being in a cool spot, they will wake up and start moving within minutes of reaching room temperature.
Pro Tip: If your larvae turn a dark charcoal color, don't worry! They are just entering the "pre-pupa" stage. They are still safe to feed and actually contain even higher levels of calcium at this stage.
