TSK Supply is a good spot for the packaging materials on insects. They have deli lids that are punched and screened, so they provide plenty of air flow and circulation for insects.
Shipping wise folks do use US Postal, as it is the cheapest, but also the worst performer. Very poor tracking...
It is actually easier to ship in cooler/colder temps than in warm/hot temps, as it is easy to bring the temp of the box up a bit, as opposed to fighting overheating.
We have temperature guidelines at our site, take a look, they are based on daytime high temps:
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That pretty much sucks. It is unacceptable, and a fire-able offense.
But the same video exists for UPS, US Postal, and Jimmy's Private Box Carrying Service : )
I understand your view is from personal experience, but when taking a wider look at shipping performance, I think the reality is 180 degrees opposite.
At ShipYourReptiles we ship thousands of packages a month. All FedEx. They do an excellent job, and the exceptions (late, missing, damaged)...
Overnight shipping is your safest and most economical option. You need to be individually certified to ship with FedEx, or you can use our service, ShipYourReptiles.com, and you will be shipping under our certification (pricing also starts at 20% less than the FedEx retail rate).
There are...
You can label the outside of your box with as much accurate detail as you want, but the minimum, according to the Lacey Act, would be "wildlife" and include an itemized receipt/packing slip easily accessible (under the top flap is fine).
Different states have other requirements. We have...
USPS is not going to give you the same level of service of FedEx.
It can be the cheapest service, but will also be the poorest performance.
FedEx has a far superior tracking system, being scanned at multiple points throughout the process. FedEx also provides a much more reliable Overnight...
You can ship to Alaska, you just want to be sure to double check the guaranteed delivery time, to be sure of overnight arrival.
Anchorage should be overnight, but many towns are not.
Contact [email protected] and he can confirm the delivery time for you according to zip code.