Silkworms (Bombyx mori) are an excellent food source for reptiles. They are highly nutritious, offering a rich source of protein and essential nutrients while being low in fat. Silkworms are easy to digest, making them ideal for reptiles like bearded dragons, geckos, and chameleons. Their soft bodies make them suitable for young and sick reptiles. Overall, silkworms are a healthy and beneficial addition to a reptile's diet.
Care: Silkworms only eat mulberry leaves or chow made up of mostly mulberry leaves. They will live a number of days without food but to maintain maximum weight and hydration they need to have food and ideally all day long. The container you keep them in should be well ventilated to keep humidity moderate as too much can cause the food to mold but at the same time the worms prefer some humidity. If mold should be found make sure to remove it quickly as mold will spread to the food that is still good. The waste they produce should be removed before it builds up. They grow incredibly fast so if they are smaller than you need just continue to let them eat and keep them in warm temperature between 75-85F where you will see noticeable growth each day.
Feeding: Silkworms are slow moving so can easily be picked up and placed where your pet will easily find them. Because of their soft smooth skin it's recommended you save the reptile dust for other feeders and just feed silkworms as they are.
We offer them in different sizes and quantities. They will come in a deli cup with a vented lid and food for them to make the trip. Keep the deli cup upside down so the food is at the top but place them so air can enter through the bottom. The food should last a week but many factors effect how quickly they will eat it up. Silkworms can live for a week without food but it's best to feed them daily so they are full when you feed them to your pet. Buy extra food if you want to feed later or to raise them to larger size.
