What are Calci worms and why should I Care?
Calci Worms are a high-calcium soft bodied larvae of the Black Soldier Fly. They do not carry disease, and are so high in calcium that many reptile experts recommend them over other soft bodied grubs. Calci worms are the only calcium rich feeder insects that have naturally balanced calcium and phosphorus and can be safely fed as a staple diet
Are Calci worms safe for dogs to eat?
Calci worms are the only calcium rich feeder insects that have naturally balanced calcium and phosphorus and can be safely fed as a staple diet Calci Worms are ready to serve straight from their pot, no need to dust or gut load these insects before feeding to your pet.
Should I switch from mealworms to Calci-worms?
If you are currently feeding mealworms we urge you not to be disappointed during the transition period if the birds tend to favour the mealworms over the calci-worms. A calci-worm is a larger, more robust insect in comparison, but also takes slightly more effort to be eaten.
What is the best way to store Calci worms?
Calci worms have a long shelf life, should be kept in the cup the come in, and just kept out at room temperature. The only maintenence needed may be a couple drops of water from time to time!
How often should you feed Calci worms?
A typical juvenile can eat 20 to 50 insects each day. Adults will consume more greens than insects, fresh greens should be introduced daily. When using supplements such as waxworms, or Calciworms® dragons should be fed 3 to 5 worms 3 times a week.
How do you take care of CalciWorms?
Available in both bulk quantities and a 25 count cup, CalciWorms can be kept in a refrigerator between 45-55 degrees. CalciWorms do not require food or water, and if kept in the right conditions, CalciWorms will stay hearty for weeks.
What does a calci worm turn into?
But what are Calci-Worms? Calci-Worms are the larvae of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens). As larvae they store high levels of calcium for future pupation as they change into adult flies. As well as being high in calcium, they are also high in fat and protein making them an extremely rich and nutritious diet.
Do Calci worms need to be dusted?
Care Instructions: As with all live food it is essential they are kept healthy. Packed in peat, leave the Calci Worms in their container and ensure they are kept at room temperature. There is no need to dust or gut load these insects before feeding to your pet.
Can you feed CalciWorms?
Calci worms can be fed in the same way you would feed Dried Mealworms. They work well in specialised worm feeders or trays, and you can keep your ground feeding birds happy by simply throwing handfuls of Calci Worms on the ground. As with all types of bird food, Calci Worms are best fed as part of a balanced diet.
How long before CalciWorms turn into flies?
That's the best way to know they are ready to go dormant. I put five each in these mini deli cups. Add a little bit of Aspen bedding and snap the lid on, eleven days or so later you will have five adult flies emerge.
Are Calci worms supposed to move?
She will eat anything that goes into the feeder cup, so I always check to make sure they move first. But they are so inactive! There's always three or four that don't move, so I toss them to be safe. With other feeders it's really easy to tell when they're dead, but the calciworms always look dead to start with.
Can Calci worms climb?
Calci worms do not require refrigeration and can tolerate high temperatures. They produce no noise or odour. They cannot climb or jump so there is no risk of escape.
Do Calci Worms need food?
There's no need to feed them. They will last for weeks in the container they are shipped in at room temperature. And, they do not require refrigeration. Phoenix Worms combined with other live feeders will give your pet the essential variety they require in their diet and therefore maximize your animal's good health.
Can you put Calci worms in the fridge?
usually you can just keep them in the containers they come in and put em in the fridge ^. ^ i heard calci worms and wax worms dont like fridge temps, but people have successfully kept them in their fridges. usually i put them outside, a little warmer than the fridge, but still cold enough to keep them from growing.
What is the difference between mealworms and Calci worms?
Calci-worms are comparable to dried mealworms but have a much higher nutritional value. They naturally have 23 to 61 times more calcium than other commonly used feeder insects and also have a naturally well-balanced calcium-phosphorus ratio of 3:35.
What is a calci worm?
Calci Worms are a high-calcium soft bodied larvae of the Black Soldier Fly. They do not carry disease, and are so high in calcium that many reptile experts recommend them over other soft bodied grubs. Calci worms are the only calcium rich feeder insects that have naturally balanced calcium and phosphorus and can be safely fed as a staple diet.
How big are cali worms?
Calci Worms come in small, medium and large. Large is about 3/4 of an inch long, Medium is about 1/2 of an inch long, small is about 1/4 inch. Large phoenix worms can also be used as a great fishing bait.
What is the lauric acid in worms?
Lauric acid is a medium chain saturated fatty acid found in Phoenix Worms as well as some vegetable oils and in dairy products. 53% of the fat in Phoenix Worms is beneficial lauric acid, a proven antimicrobial especially effective against coccidiosis.
Do calci worms need special vitamins?
They are naturally packed with calcium and nutrients, so gut loading, feedings and special vitamins are not required. Calci worms have a long shelf life, should be kept in the cup the come in, and just kept out at room temperature.
Do calci worms need refrigeration?
Calci Worms do not require refrigeration, and can tolerate high temperatures. Reptiles, amphibians, arachnids and fish love this worm. Our worms are packed in a food bedding, and do not require additional food. They are naturally packed with calcium and nutrients, so gut loading, feedings and special vitamins are not required.
Do cali worms need to be fed?
Calci Worms are ready to serve straight from their pot, no need to dust or gut load these insects before feeding to your pet. Calci Worms are low in fat and naturally have 23 to 61 times more calcium than other commonly fed feeder insects.
How do you store Calci worms?
You may be wondering after you purchase these Calci worms how are you going to store them in your house, right?
Why are calci worms so sought after?
One of the reasons why these Calci worms are so sought-after is the simple fact that they store a lot of fat and calcium in the pupation stage of their life cycle.
Do Calci worms turn into flies?
There are many people that forget that these worms are just flies in the making. To cut a long story short, yes calci worms will eventually turn into flies.
How long do Calci worms last?
In reality, Calci worms are pretty good. They can last a few weeks left at room temperature. I mentioned this earlier as one of their main benefits in fact. Beyond these few weeks, they are likely to pupate and turn into flies so you want you do not want to go further than this.
What is a Calci worm?
For that reason, I’m going to explain, in this section, exactly what it is. The Calci worm is the larvae (maggot) of the black soldier fly. It is often called a number of different names, which can cause confusion. It is known as: Phoenix worm.
Can bearded dragons eat calci worms?
Are Calci worms good for bearded dragons? Yes, they are good for them. They have great nutritional benefits. Such as ideal calcium to phosphorus ratio and Lauric Acid. In fact, 53% of their body fat is this nutritional lauric acid.
Can you keep calci worms in the refrigerator?
The reality is, Calci worms need very little thought when it comes to storage. Do not worry about filling up your refrigerator with these worms. It is really not required, in fact, you can keep them in the same pot that you purchase them in and keep them at room temperature.
What is a dried calci-worm?
Calci-Worms are the larvae of the Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) - a naturally nutrient rich feeder insect that's high in protein, energy giving fat, amino acids and uniquely high in essential calcium.
Why are calcium worms important for wildlife?
Natural sources of calcium are becoming increasingly harder find for garden birds, hedgehogs and wildlife due to the ever growing use of pesticides in agriculture and the reduction of wild land. Offering Calci-Worms as part of a balanced diet alongside other types of food gives our wildlife access to a wider range of vital nutrients ...
Do worms have calcium?
Typically have up to 40 - 50 times the amount of calcium than other dried insects or worms. They have a positive calcium to phosphorus ratio meaning they aid the development of strong bones and eggs. Also known as Calcium Worms, Nutri Grubs, Sunworms and Soldier Grubs. Natural sources of calcium are becoming increasingly harder find ...
What to feed hogs when you are away?
Re. feeding the hogs when you are away: What we feed should really only be supplementary so they should be o.k. when you are away, but I know many people like to make sure they still have access to their usual food. The best thing to do is to ask a friend, neighbour or relative to feed them for you, if possible. The really important thing is to leave plenty of water around for them. Large plant saucers are ideal for this so that they are wide enough not to be easily tipped over, but shallow enough that hoglets can’t become trapped in them. If you leave some in the shade the water will last longer, but, again, ideally, ask someone to put fresh water out.
What to do once you find some food the hogs like?
My advice, once you have found some food the hogs like, is to stick to it, otherwise you might find you waste a lot of food!
Why don't hedgehogs eat spikes?
The hedgehogs there might not be eating the Spikes food or dog food because it is so different to the bird food and mealworms that they have been picking up. There are some hedgehog foods which they are more likely to take to if they’ve been used to mealworms, such as ‘I Love Hedgehogs’.
Can hogs eat calci worms?
The problem, as I see it, with feeding calci-worms on their own, as opposed to in a properly balanced mix is that the hogs will be missing out on other nutrients which they need. As Jan Marie suggests, it’s better to go for a properly balanced mix. For similar reasons nutrobal etc. is probably not a good idea.
