id like to order a type of worm to replace crickets due to the fact that ive heard alot of negative feedback about parasites.i know some worms contain alot of fat and are not suitable for everyday consumption. what are the best worms?im feeding 3 dragons. they range from 5-6in/8-9in/12-13in. i know ill have to order different sizes.also where is the best place to order from.i can get phoenix worms at a local pet store for under 7.00 per 100.any help would be appreciated.thanks
Reptile & Amphibian Forums
Welcome to kingsnake.com's message board system. Here you may share and discuss information with others about your favorite reptile and amphibian related topics such as care and feeding, caging requirements, permits and licenses, and more. Launched in 1997, the kingsnake.com message board system is one of the oldest and largest systems on the internet.
alternative to crickets?
adamig
Jun 16, 2008 11:12 PM
Replies (4)
beachbeardies
Jun 17, 2008 01:45 AM
i wouldnt use a worm to replace crickets. not a good staple insect to use. but as for worms, silk works, butterworms, and pheonix worms are best to go with. if you want to replace crickets, roaches are the way to go. lobster and dubia roaches are good to use for dragons. parasites can come from any insect tho, not just crickets. this is why you want to by from a clean reputable insect breeder.
-----
Judson
Beach Beardies
0.1. bearded dragon
1.1. Sugar Gliders
0.2. Felines *queen athena and missy*
BDlvr
Jun 17, 2008 03:41 AM
I've been using a combination of silkworms and superworms as staples for a few years now.
PHLdyPayne
Jun 17, 2008 03:14 PM
There are many alternatives to crickets.
It is always best however to provide a variety of insects...so not good to eliminate crickets altogether. Butterworms, silkworms, hornworms, phoenix worms and various species of roaches are great insects to feed. Superworms are good too though best for older dragons of at least 13" or more.
I don't think crickets are too much a risk as a source of parasites, unless they are very dirty when arrived. Most breeders of crickets are pretty good.
-----
PHLdyPayne
JeffK
Jun 18, 2008 02:29 PM
stick with crickets. like someone else said parasitescan come from any insect. check out coldbloods.com he sells a box of 1000 crickets for 8.50. great deal healthy crickets and always reliable.
-----
Jeff Kearney
Orlando, FL
1.0.0 Egyptian Uromastyx (Dino)
2.7.0 Bearded Dragons (Too many to name)
1.0.0 Mali Uromastyx (Rex)
2.2.0 Ball Python (Ali, Gator, Para, Medic)
0.1.1 Leopard Gecko (Layla, Nubbs, Iggy)
0.2.0 Fat-Tailed Gecko (Penelope, Brownie)
0.0.1 Corn Snake (Not sure yet)
0.0.2 Blue Phase Dumpys Tree Frog (Sticky, Squishy)
