
Crickets are versatile and nutritious insects that are commonly used as food for pets, especially for reptiles, amphibians, and birds. They are easy to care for and can provide an excellent source of protein. Below is a detailed guide on how to care for crickets:
Choosing the Right Container for Storage
The container crickets arrive in is ideal for short-term storage (7-10 days).
For long-term storage, use plastic storage bins, old aquariums, garbage cans, or plastic food containers.
Ensure proper ventilation by poking holes in the top for air circulation.
Small containers are suitable for a few dozen crickets; larger containers are needed for larger numbers, such as a cricket cage or aquarium.
Avoid overcrowding to allow crickets to move freely and maintain proper air circulation.
Cricket Bedding
Use materials like coconut fiber, paper towels, or egg cartons for bedding.
Bedding should be about 2-3 inches deep for crickets to hide and burrow.
Keep bedding slightly moist but not soggy to maintain humidity. Watch out for mold growth.
Replace bedding regularly to keep the environment clean and prevent waste buildup.
Diet for Crickets:

Dry Foods for Crickets
Provide Cricket Chow, Alfalfa, Wheat Bran, or Crushed cat or dog food for a balanced diet.
Promeal’s Premium Cricket Food is highly recommended for optimal nutrition.
Fresh Foods for Crickets
Offer potatoes, carrots, and leafy greens like spinach or dandelion.
Include fruits such as apples, grapefruits, berries, mango, and papaya for variety.
Fresh foods provide essential nutrients and hydration.
Food Maintenance
Remove uneaten fresh food to prevent rotting and maintain cleanliness in the container
Maintaining Proper Temperature
Ideal temperature for crickets: 25°C to 35°C.
Use an incandescent bulb to heat the enclosure, positioned far enough to avoid overheating.
Ensure a consistent temperature to prevent stress and maintain activity levels.
Gut-loading Crickets
Feed crickets Promeal’s High Calcium Cricket Diet 24 hours before feeding them to your pet.
Mix half of the high calcium diet with regular cricket food for added nutrition.
This increases the nutritional value of crickets, providing more calcium and essential vitamins for your pet.
Humidity and Water
Fresh fruits and vegetables provide moisture but ensure access to water at all times.
Offer moist foods like potatoes and carrots, which provide hydration without spoiling quickly.
Do not refrigerate crickets; they thrive in warm conditions and should be kept at room temperature.
Creating a Comfortable Habitat

Provide dark hiding spaces such as cardboard egg cartons or tissue rolls to reduce stress.
Ensure the habitat is well-ventilated to allow airflow and avoid waste buildup.
Crickets enjoy space to move around and will stay healthy in an active, secure environment.
Handling Crickets
Use a container or small tool to handle crickets, as they are fast and delicate.
Avoid disturbing them too much, as they can get stressed easily during cleaning or transfer.
Crickets as Prey for Pets
Crickets are great for reptiles, amphibians, and birds, offering protein and essential nutrients.
Their movement attracts pets, making them a good choice for hunting pets or picky eaters.
Crickets are a valuable source of nutrition, and a healthy diet combined with proper care can help ensure that they remain a nutritious meal for your pets.
At Promeal, we know how important it is to give your pets a healthy and varied diet. That’s why we create high-quality, natural pet food to keep them happy and healthy.
Our specialty is premium live and dried insect-based feeds like mealworms, superworms, crickets, roaches, waxworms, and hornworms. These insects are grown on an organic diet, making them a nutritious and tasty treat for your pets.
Check out our "Shop" section to find the perfect food for your pets!
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