Freeze Dried Mealworms For Koi & Pond Fish, Large Fish, Turtles, Birds, & Reptiles
$15.00 – $18.00
Crushed, these are an excellent mix-in for DIY fish foods such as beefheart.
Ingredients: 100% Freeze-Dried mealworms
Approx. Analysis: Crude Protein 50.0%, Crude Fat 25.0% Crude Fiber 7.0%, Moisture 9.0%
Freeze-dried mealworms can be beneficial for tropical fish for several reasons:
- High Protein Content: Mealworms are rich in protein, which is essential for the growth and maintenance of fish tissue. Tropical fish, especially carnivorous or omnivorous species, require a diet high in protein to thrive, and mealworms can provide a significant protein boost.
- Variety in Diet: Offering freeze-dried mealworms provides variety in the diet of tropical fish. Just like humans, fish can benefit from a diverse diet, and including different types of food such as mealworms can help meet their nutritional needs while keeping feeding time interesting.
- Natural Prey Simulation: Mealworms resemble the kind of prey that fish might encounter in their natural habitat. This makes them appealing to many species of tropical fish and can stimulate their natural hunting instincts, providing mental stimulation and enrichment.
- Rich in Nutrients: Mealworms contain essential nutrients such as fats, vitamins, and minerals that contribute to the overall health of tropical fish. These nutrients support various bodily functions, including immune function, metabolism, and coloration.
- Readily Accepted: Most tropical fish readily accept freeze-dried mealworms as food, making them a convenient option for fishkeepers. They can be easily stored and portioned out, and they don’t require special care like live foods, making them a convenient option for feeding fish.
However, it’s crucial to ensure that freeze-dried mealworms are fed as part of a balanced diet and not exclusively. Overfeeding any single type of food can lead to health problems such as obesity and digestive issues in fish. Rotation of different types of food ensures that fish receive a diverse range of nutrients for optimal health.
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| We ship Monday - Saturday every week of the year as soon as your order is placed. Our products proudly ship out from the USA. Our freeze dried foods and pellets are packed in zip lock bags for easy use and in a bubble pack or a hard box for secure shipping. Keep in mind fish food is generally fragile, and there may always be smaller pieces and fine fragments in your order. We take pride in the high quality products we produce. Our freeze dried foods and pellets are packed with nutrients to make your fish grow fat and healthy. Our blackworms are grown, cleaned and processed entirely indoors (in troughs in large sheds). This means that there is no potential for external pollutants (bird droppings, rats, etc) that many outdoor growers face. Our water is single-pass (not recycled) mountain spring water resulting in an impeccable environment for our worms. We specialize in freeze-drying all of our food products. |
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| Available Quantities | 200g, 400g |
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