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C. moorei AKA "Butterworms" C. moorei, AKA “Butterworms” are a reasonably priced feeder that chameleons really enjoy. They range in color from a yellow to a bright red. These colorful feeders draw the attention of the animal and are easy to store. They worms are the larval form of C. moorei...

T. molitor AKA "Golden Mealworms" T. molitor, AKA “Golden Mealworms” are a very popular feeder for reptiles. They, along with crickets, are usually available at pet stores and sold as feeders. They are often also sold as bait for fishing. They are very inexpensive and can be used somewhat...

As Feeders Oothecae (egg cases) can be stored in several ways. If the hatchlings are to be used as feeders, the oothecae can be incubated right away unless otherwise stated. This can be accomplished by attaching the ootheca(e) to the top of a vented deli cup lid. The oothecae usually arrive...

A. diaperinus AKA "Lesser Mealworms or MiniMealworms" Lesser mealworms make excellent food options for smaller reptiles or larger reptiles that will hunt smaller food. They are a cousin of the "Golden Mealworm" or T. molitor. Appearance They are much more active and have a softer...

T. obscurus AKA "Dark Mealworms or MiniMealworms" Dark mealworms make excellent food options for smaller reptiles or larger reptiles that will hunt smaller food. They are a cousin of the "Golden Mealworm" or T. molitor. Appearance They are much more active and have a softer exoskeleton...

Blaptica dubia AKA "Orange Spotted Roaches" B. dubia roaches, AKA "Orange Spotted Roaches," are one of the most popular species of roach to own and breed. They are from South America and most often referred to as "dubia" roaches. They are a heat loving species and will not invade your home...