These caterpillars are widely celebrated as some of the most nutritious feeder insects available and being soft-bodied, they are suitable for a wide range of reptiles such as bearded dragons, chameleons, geckos, and even large amphibians!
Key Features:
- Low-fat content
- High in calcium and protein
- Will last around a week without food
- Soft bodied
- Do not need any special containers, just a dry environment
Size Chart:
- Small Silkworms: Approximately 10–20mm — ~18 per pack
- Medium Silkworms: Approximately 20–30mm — ~12 per pack
- Large Silkworms: Approximately 30–40mm — ~8 per pack
Note: Silkworms are delicate. Avoid handling them until feeding time, as contact can easily harm them.
Do Silkworms turn into anything?
The silkworm larvae are technically not a ‘worm’ at all, but it is a caterpillar meaning that when it pupates and metamorphosises it will turn into a silk moth which can not be eaten by most reptiles due to them growing greatly in size.
Are silkworms a good food choice?
Silkworms are considered the healthiest insect you can get and are more nutritious than any other insect. They are an excellent source of calcium and protein while also being lower in fat that any other live food on the market.