How do you care for Phoenix worms?
Phoenix Worms® Keep your worms in the original closed container to preserve the correct moisture balance. Phoenix Worms will keep for weeks at room temperatures from 60-70 degrees. For even longer shelf life, keep cool (50-60 degrees) but do not refrigerate.
How do you raise Phoenix worms?
Phoenix worms do best at 15-20C however the flys are best at 12-15C, the best way to maintain these temps is to use a tall enclosure, keep it in a cool-ish room and have a heat mat on the bottom for the worms so only a little amount of the heat rises to the top for the flys but all of them are kept at the right ...
How many Phoenix worms should I feed my bearded dragon?
The total number of worms to feed will vary depending upon whether you serve crickets or other feeders along with Phoenix Worms as well as your pet's appetite. Customers tell us they feed their adult dragons anywhere from 20 to 60 worms (or more) per feeding.
Do you need to gut load Phoenix worms?
Phoenix Worms are shipped purged (gut is empty). If you feed them, it will restart the worms' digestive system, the worms will defecate and foul the media, and this can allow the growth of bacteria, fungus, and other problems. Just add a few drops of water if the media/worms begin to appear too dry."
Do phoenix worms turn into flies?
When they turn black, they pupate. I just kept mine at room temp and they eventually turned into flies. They look like wasps, but they're 100% harmless.
Can Phoenix worms climb?
They can climb with only a little bit of water.
Do you need to dust Phoenix worms?
They Are Ready to Serve Unlike some other insects, you don't need to dust them or rinse your Phoenix Worms prior to serving.
Are Phoenix worms maggots?
They were engineered and bred as an off-shoot of the traditional BSF Larvae, and their special diet makes them extremely healthy for your reptile to eat. If you are looking to try Phoenix Worms for your reptile's diet, you are in the right place!
Are Phoenix worms good for bearded dragon?
Phoenix Worms Provide a Protein-Rich Complement to Greens Your dragon needs to eat a balanced diet, and Phoenix Worms can help them achieve that. ABDragons has everything you need to supply your bearded dragon with delicious, protein-packed Phoenix Worms.
Can you Gutload crickets with apples?
You'll definitely want to use a dry gutload as well. I made one based on sandra's blog and it gets devoured by the crickets. For a wet gutload I use orange, apple, dandelion greens, spinach, arugula, mango, kiwi, papaya, among other fruits and veggies.
What do you feed NutriGrubs?
What do I feed my NutriGrubs/soldier fly larvae? You don't need to feed them, they come self-contained in their plastic tub with the substrate that they need, feeding them can increase humidity in the tub and cause the grubs to defecate in their substrate.
Are Phoenix worms good for baby bearded dragons?
Phoenix Worms (Black Soldier Fly Larvae are the same thing) are a very good feeder insect to offer bearded dragons. They have high levels of protein and calcium to offer and are easy to keep. Phoenix worms are a good supplemental insect for bearded dragon's diet.
What are Phoenix Worms?
The worms are very easy to take care of and will last a long time under your care. You’ll see, from these care tips, Phoenix Worms are a dietary option you just can’t ignore!
What size worms are good for geckos?
Medium Phoenix Worms: 12mm, typically. Good for average-sized geckos, turtles chameleons, and even large tropical fish.
What is the best feeder insect for a turtle?
If you are looking for a highly-nutritious and low-maintenance feeder insect for your reptile, turtle, or fish, you have found your match with the Phoenix Worm. ABDragons is the top supplier of these premium feeder insects, and we are ready to deliver all of their nutritional excellence to your pet today! Contact us to order your Phoenix Worm supply.
Do you need to dust worms?
Unlike some other insects, you don’t need to dust them or rinse your Phoenix Worms prior to serving. These little nuggets are ready to go when you walk in the door. They also travel well and are great to take on vacations if you have a reptile traveling buddy.
Do worms need food?
Phoenix Worms are very low maintenance and don’t need any nutrition themselves. They feed on their own body fat, and there is no need to give them any other food source.
How to store Phoenix Worms?
If you don't have a cool place in your home, an inexpensive way to store the cups is to get a small Styrofoam cooler and two bottled waters. Freeze the bottled waters. Put one frozen bottle inside the cooler against one side and store your closed cups of Phoenix Worms on the other side.
How to clean worms quickly?
Another way to clean worms quickly is to pour the amount you want to feed into a bowl of water. The worms will float and the media will sink to the bottom (this will not work with the XSmall size worms). Lift off the floating worms from the water surface with a hand strainer, pour onto a paper towel, and pat dry.
How long can you keep worms in a wine cooler?
Although it's possible to "hold" worms for months when stored at 50 degrees, you should only order the number of worms that will be fed off within 3 weeks so your animal will have fresh food.
How many worms should a baby eat?
A: The rule for babies is to feed as many worms as your baby wants to eat within 10-15 minutes, 2X or 3X per day. Active growth occurs during the first year of life and protein (live feeders) must not be restricted during this time as the diet should be 80% protein and 20% greens.
Do worms need to soak in water?
If worms are left to soak in the water for a few minutes, they will plump up and can provide additional hydration when fed-off to animals. This isn't possible with other BSF products as their "potting soil" type media floats in the water along with worms. 6.
Is Phoenix Worms safe to eat?
Phoenix Worms are a very nutritious, low fat, feeder that is safe and can be fed as a staple food every day. 2. Timberline states that their Calciworm product is "not intended to feed as a sole ration.".
Is Phoenix Worms longer than other BSF products?
The shelf life of Phoenix Worms is longer than other BSF products which provides better value for our customers. We believe that this is due partly because we limit the number of worms in a cup which provides the best environment for worm longevity; we do not sell "buckets" of worms as do many of our competitors.
What is the best worm to feed a gravid?
In addition to silkworms, Phoen ix Worms considered the most nutritious feeders on the market today. In addition to being low in fat and high in protein, Phoen ix Worms contain a significant amount of calcium and phosphorus. The high calcium content makes the Phoenix Worm perfect feed for gravid females or for animals whose owners are hoping to become parents. By eating Phoenix Worms, due to the high calcium content, the female will retain and use larger than usual amounts of natural calcium for strong and abundant egg production. The high calcium content of the Phoenix Worm may also halt or reverse the effects of metabolic bone disease.
What is the name of the Phoenix Worm?
The scientific name for the Phoenix Worm is hermetia illucens linnaeus. It is the larvae of the soldier fly. The larvae has a soft, bullet-shaped body. The body is flattened and it is covered with firm, tough skin. The Phoenix Worm head is smaller and much more narrow than the body. The worm has no legs, but it does have spines and hair. These are its only features. The worm’s back contains “spiracles” or breathing pores. The Phoenix Worm is 9.4% fat and 17.3% protein making it the perfect feed for snakes, lizards and other reptiles as well as certain fish, insects, and carnivorous plants.
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How many worms are in a cup of Phoenix worms?
This is where you can order a single cup to try any size Phoenix Worms. XSmall and Small size worms are packed 150+ worms per cup; Medium and Large size worms are packed 100+ worms per cup. Please refer to What Size Is Right? for guidance in size selection. The Large size worms are about 3/4" long (18mm), Mediums are about 7/16" long (12mm), Smalls are about 5/16" long (8mm), and XSmalls are about 1/8" long (5mm).
Who is the creator of Phoenix Worms?
You've come to the source. This is where you can order genuine Phoenix Worms from Dr. Craig Sheppard, University of Georgia entomologist and the developer of this unique feeder insect. Phoenix Worms is the original BSFL feeder.
When were Phoenix worms introduced?
Researched at UGA for more than 30 years, and tested by breeders of bearded dragons, crested geckos, leopard geckos, and dart frogs for 5 years before going to market, Phoenix Worms were introduced at the National Reptile Breeders' Expo in Daytona Beach in 2005.
How long are worms?
The Large size worms are about 3/4" long (18mm), Mediums are about 7/16" long (12mm), Smalls are about 5/16" long (8mm), and XSmalls are about 1/8" long (5mm). Note: The XSmall size worms are about the size of a termite. XSmalls are a great choice for thumbnail dart frogs and are a good replacement for fruit flies.
How long do Phoenix worms last?
As phoenix worms only last about 4-5 weeks before turning into a black soldier fly, it’s best to buy them in smaller quantities so that none go to waste. This means that they can get quite expensive if you want to use them regularly, but I think the benefits by far outweigh this factor.
What are the best worms for leopard geckos?
One of the great things about phoenix worms is that they have an almost perfect Ca:P ratio (Calcium: Phosphorous), meaning they’re one of the best things you can feed to your leopard geckos.
Why is it important to feed geckos?
It’s really important to feed your geckos a varied diet of live food, because each different insect offers different nutrition and benefits, and also it’s nice for your geckos to have some variation, as their tastes and preferences can change as they age.
How do you know when worms are mature?
You know when the worms are getting more mature as they start to turn darker and darker until they’re almost black, so make sure you keep a eye on this.
Do Phoenix worms need gutloading?
Phoenix worms are shipped purged, which means that they have nothing in their stomachs. They do not need gutloading or feeding, and doing so is discouraged, because if you do this their digestive system will start working again and the faeces will start to contaminate the soil-like substrate that they’re shipped in.
Do phoenix worms make noise?
Unlike insects like crickets, phoenix worms don’t make any noise or smell, so you can’t even tell that they’re there.
What to feed worms?
1. Feed your worms fruit and vegetable scraps. Worms will enjoy a variety of fruits and veggies, like bananas, pumpkin, apples, lettuces, eggplant, berries, squash, and greens. However, you should avoid feeding citrus fruits, including oranges, limes, lemons, and grapefruits, to your worms.
What to feed worms before feeding them?
Just make sure the eggshells are free of fats, like cooking oil or butter, before feeding them to your worms. Include hair, dust, wood ash, and sawdust. Pet and human hair, in addition to dust, like that which collects in a vacuum cleaner, can also be added to the worm bin.
How to feed worms after their last meal?
Feed your worms once their last meal is nearly gone. There isn’t a set feeding schedule for worms, so you’ll need to pay attention to how much they eat and how quickly. Check the worm bin each day and figure out how many days it takes them to eat the food you provide. When nearly all of the food is gone, give your worms more food. However, if there is food remaining in the bin and the worms aren’t eating it, avoid adding more food until the previous scraps are gone.
What to put in worm bin?
Add eggshells and coffee grounds to the worm bin. Coffee grounds are a great addition to a worm bin as they are full of nitrogen and have a neutral pH. Egg shells are also quite beneficial as they provide calcium for your worms.
How to feed worms with burlap?
Once your food or scraps are ready to be added to the worm bin, remove the newspaper or burlap covering. Place the food on the feeding tray or in the bin, but avoid burying it in the worm castings. Try to place the food in a different area each time you feed your worms.
How to keep fruit flies out of food?
Cover the food with shredded newspaper. Shredded newspaper, or burlap, should cover the food at all times. It keeps the bin dark and moist, which discourages fruit flies. Always replace the covering after feeding your worms, and add new materials if the top layer starts to break down or become mushy.
What do worms eat?
Worms will eat many things, including fruits, vegetables, eggshells, coffee grounds, leaves, grass clippings, paper, and cardboard ! However, there are also some foods you should avoid feeding your worms, like meat, grains, and dairy products.
