Ok so I know about all the gutloading stuff with insects about how you need to feed them nutritious food 24-48 hours before you feed the bugs to your chameleon so that your chameleon can get the proper nutrition it needs. My question is about what to feed my bugs when I’m not feeding them off the next day. Should I still be gutloading them anyway, or are there better foods that can help hold the bugs over until they get the gutload and are fed off? Currently I’ve just been using carrots as a food that is always available for the bugs to eat. For a gutload I would use a combination of carrots and collard greens. I hope this isn’t too confusing!
Dubia and other feeders diet
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elizaann2
Chameleon Enthusiast
I gut load all my bugs all the time. For me and my morning routines it’s just easier for me. I feed my bugs the same days I feed my chameleons:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.
And for the gutload do you use the recipe in the graphic above
elizaann2
Chameleon Enthusiast
Yes, I make a huge batch of it and freeze it into ice cube trays, then store them in gallon zip lock bags in my freezer. I feed the frozen gut load on top of fresh fruits and veggies. I maybe make it every 3-4 months.
If you do the frozen cubes make sure to put it on some kind of lid or container so that when it thaws it doesn't get liquid nasty all over your bug bin.
Ghostbirb
Chameleon Enthusiast
Ooo I need to try this
elizaann2
Chameleon Enthusiast
its literally been a game changer in my bug keeping game. Makes things so much quicker.
And one more random question, I know that chameleons aren’t really able to tell if they are too hot under a heat bulb which leads to thermal burns. Although they can’t regulate their heat well, are they able to regulate the UVB that they get, and therefore go lower into the cage under plants? Or should I be more cautious about too much UVB?
elizaann2
Chameleon Enthusiast
They can tell when they have enough UVB AND you need to be cautious with how much your chameleon gets. For example an Arcadia 12% UVB 5 inches away from the top branches of the enclosure will expose the chameleon to higher levels than recommended and that can cause health problems as well.
Texas Ranger
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We offer a dry mix that helps keep your bugs gut loaded. We feed fresh vegetables and fruits but we also keep a full bowl of feeder fuel so they are constantly eating something healthy. We have 1 pound packs that last you a good while because it’s nutrient dense. we add a lot of bee pollen and flowers. More of a day time feed for a nocturnal feeder all ground together. If you are looking for larger amounts we offer 5 pound bags but you will need to email us. https://readysrainforest.com/products/feeder-fuel-1-pound-bag
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