Black Crickets as Reptile Food

Our XL black crickets are part of the main livefood diet of many reptile and amphibian diets.

They are easy to catch, highly nutritious and quite easy to digest, making them perfect for daily feeding. They are dispatched directly from the breeder and will be gut-loaded before packing to make sure that they are as nutritious as possible on arrival.

XL black crickets 20-30mm are quite large, so they are the perfect size for adult reptiles, large amphibians, large fish and many insectivorous invertebrates (e.g. mantis and tarantulas). In the store we use the XL crickets to feed all of our large adult reptiles. They are also particularly good for pacman frogs and bullfrogs.

You’ll love them because:

• We guarantee freshness or your money back.

• They are farm-bred in ethical conditions.

• They are pre-fed to ensure your reptile is getting a healthy and nutritious meal.

• Delivered straight to your door in good time.

Packaging

The black crickets arrive in a ventilated plastic tub containing a section of egg-box cardboard. Small air holes along the sides provide airflow while keeping the insects safely contained.

The egg-box increases surface area, giving the live food space to spread out and reducing the risk of overcrowding or trampling.

In warmer months, the outer cardboard box may have extra perforations for cooling. In colder months, we may include a plain white heat pack to help maintain a suitable temperature during transit.

Feeding Guide

If you want to keep the crickets as nutritious as possible, we recommend feeding them a healthy diet right up until they’re used.

• Offer fresh leafy greens, carrots, squash, or sweet potato, these provide hydration and essential nutrients.

• You can also use specialist insect foods or gut-loading diets to boost their nutritional value for your reptile.

• Remove any uneaten food daily to keep the enclosure clean and prevent mould or decay.

Well-fed crickets make for a good source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals and are far more beneficial, helping support your reptiles health and digestion. For more information on their diet, please consult our livefood care sheet. If youre looking for other types of reptile food, we also stock frozen, animal-specific, vegetation and supplement options.

Animal Suitability

We recommend black crickets for the following animal types:

• Bearded Dragons

• Water Dragons

• Basilisk

• Turtles

• Skinks

• Monitor Lizards

Care Instructions

Keep XL black crickets at room temperature, away from direct sunlight or draughts. Add fresh food at regular intervals to keep them healthy and active.

Avoid overcrowding by providing size-appropriate housing with plenty of hiding spots.

Looking after your live food properly helps ensure your lizard or other pet gets the best nutrition possible.

Livefood Freshness Guarantee

We know how important it is to have fresh, reliable live food delivered on time. Thats why we ship livefood five days a week using fast, trusted couriers. Most orders are packed on the same day they’re dispatched and sent straight from the breeder, so they arrive in the best condition possible.

However, delivery can take a day or two, and sometimes things dont go perfectly in transit. For your peace of mind, we have implemented the Livefood Freshness Guarantee! If your livefood doesnt arrive in the best condition, or there is an issue with the size or quality, get in touch with our team and well resolve it for you.