Crickets vs ??

[maxttu]

My panther, Maynard, has no problems eating crickets. I was just wondering about other options. This link here says no need to dust or gut-load. http://www.mulberryfarms.com/Phoenix-Worms/Cup-of-Medium-Phoenix-Worms-100-Count-p45.html

Are the chams able to sustain and thrive on these phoenix worms alone? I have dubias in a bin and most are too big and when I place appropriately sized ones in the enclosure they run and hide. I hand feed a couple of these a day.

Any thoughts? Just looking for something easier than crickets. Although, I do like to watch Maynard hunt...

Thanks!

 

[fluxlizard]

Are the chams able to sustain and thrive on these phoenix worms alone?

I don't know- I've never tried.

But for certain your odds of a healthy chameleon are much higher if you vary your food item. Sure, phoenix worms are high in calcium and protein and have a great cal : phos ratio, but insects provide much more than that (vitamins, minerals, amino acids...) so the more variety the better.

 

[Pilotman800]

As flux said, you should include variety in your chams diet. Phoenix worms CAN be used as a staple. They are VERY high in calcium. I use mostly phoenix worms and crickets. You could also include locusts, roaches, and silkworms into the staple.

Waxworms, mealworms, hornworms, and most of the other worms should remain a treat.