Dried Crickets

Name: Dried Crickets
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Whole oven-dried crickets — around 65% protein, one of the richest feeders available
Naturally rich in calcium, phosphorus, fibre and essential amino acids
For bearded dragons, leopard geckos, turtles, insectivorous birds and large fish
All the nutrition of live crickets, none of the chirping or the upkeep
Grown on an organic diet, gently dried, no additives or preservatives
15g (50+ grubs) to 150g (900+ grubs)

Whole house crickets (Acheta domesticus), 2–2.5 cm, grown on a clean organic diet and gently dried.
One of the most protein-dense feeder insects available — around 65% on a dry basis.
Naturally higher in calcium than mealworms or superworms, which matters for growing reptiles and shell health in turtles.
The natural fibre content supports healthy digestion and gut function.
Solves the live cricket problem. No chirping at night, no container to maintain, no crickets escaping into the house, no dead crickets to clean out.
100% cricket. No additives, preservatives or chemicals.
Eco-friendly and sustainable — crickets need a fraction of the land, water and feed that conventional protein does.
Suitable for: bearded dragons, leopard geckos, chameleons, skinks and other reptiles; frogs, toads and amphibians; turtles and tortoises; mynas and insectivorous birds; large aquarium fish; hedgehogs, sugar gliders and other exotic small mammals.
Not a complete diet. A protein-rich supplement alongside the regular feed.
Pack sizes: 15g (50+ grubs), 30g (100 grubs), 60g (200+), 150g (900+).
Measure out what your pet will finish in a few minutes. Amount depends on size, age and species.
Rehydrate (optional): soak in warm water for 2–3 minutes. This makes them more palatable for some pets and is recommended for turtles and young birds.
Serve in a shallow dish so your pet can reach them easily.
Reptiles: dust with calcium powder before feeding, as your vet or care sheet advises.
Turtles: soften first and offer in shallow water or a dish. Remove anything uneaten.
Birds: offer a few at a time. Insectivorous birds take them readily.
Watch your pet the first few times. Some take a feed or two to accept a new food.
Use a dry spoon each time.
Why dried crickets instead of live? No chirping, no container to maintain, no escapes, no dead crickets to clean out, and months of shelf life. Live crickets trigger a stronger hunting response, so some keepers use live for enrichment and dried for everyday feeding.
Will my reptile accept dried crickets? Most do, though a reptile used to live food may take a few attempts. Rehydrating them in warm water helps — the softer texture and smell are closer to live. Offer at the normal feeding time and give it a few days.
Do I still need calcium supplementation? Yes for growing reptiles and amphibians. Crickets are better than mealworms on calcium but still shouldn't be your only source.
How do these compare to dried mealworms? Crickets are higher in protein (around 65% vs over 50%), higher in calcium and higher in fibre. Mealworms are softer and more widely accepted, especially by birds and fish. Many keepers rotate both.
Can I feed these to my turtle? Yes — soften them in warm water first and offer in shallow water or a feeding dish. Pair with our Dried BSF Larvae for extra calcium, which turtles especially need for shell health.
How many should I feed? As a guide, enough that your pet finishes within a few minutes. For a leopard gecko that might be 2–3 crickets; for an adult bearded dragon, more. Adjust to size, age and species.
How long do they keep? Months in a sealed jar in a cool, dry place, no refrigeration. Best used within 15 months of opening.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between live and dried insects? Live insects move, which triggers hunting behaviour and natural feeding. Dried insects carry the same protein and fats, but no movement and no moisture.

2. Are dried insects less nutritious? No. Careful drying retains protein, amino acids and fatty acids. What you lose is moisture and movement, not nutrition.

3. Mealworms or superworms? Superworms are about ten times heavier with less chitin, so they suit bigger pets and digest easily. Mealworms suit small birds, juvenile fish and small mammals.

4. Can insects replace my pet's regular food? No. Insects are a protein-rich supplement and treat, not a complete diet for any pet.

5. Which pets can eat insects? Aquarium fish, turtles, companion and garden birds, reptiles, backyard poultry, and small animals such as hamsters, sugar gliders and hedgehogs. Rabbits, guinea pigs and other herbivores should never be fed insects.

6. Which insect size suits my pet? Match the insect to the mouth. Tiny mealworms (0.75-1 cm) for finches, small fish and hatchlings. Mealworms (2-2.5 cm) for budgies, mid-size fish and small mammals. Superworms (5-5.5 cm) for large fish, adult turtles and bigger reptiles.

7. How much at a time? Only what your pet finishes in a few minutes, then remove the rest. Insects are rich in fat, so smaller portions more often beat one large feed.

8. Should I soak dried insects before feeding? Soak five to ten minutes in warm water for turtles, tortoises, and small animals. Fish and birds can take them dry, though soaking helps dried worms sink for fish.