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Hornworms (Manduca quinquemaculata)

Thursday, May 22nd, 2008 | Author: dawg3

General Information: Hornworms have no chitin or exoskeleton. Their color is a bright green or blue, they reach up to 4 inches long within 2-3 weeks. Hi in calcium and low in fat.

Housing: cup with lid that is kept upside down.

Substrate: N/A

Feeding: Special hornworm food that goes in the top of the cup aka hornworm chow.

Temperature: Room temp 75 degrees. can be kept in refriderator (40-42 degrees f) to extend life a few days

Breeding: N/A

Other info: only feed the hornworm chow. if fed tomato leaves can/will kill your reptile. The horn is soft and will not harm your reptile

Hornworm (Manduca Quinquemaculata)
Serving Size 1 Worm
Amount per serving
Moisture 85%
Calcium 46.4mg
Protein 9%
Fat 3%
Not a significant source of Vitamin D3 or Calcium

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Phoenix Worms (Hermetia illucens)

Tuesday, May 20th, 2008 | Author: dawg3

General Information: Phoenix worms are the larvae of the black soldier fly. Developed bt Dr. Craig Sheppard.  Very high in calcium, and can be feed as a staple.  There is no need to dust these worms. Phoenix worms are packed with calcium and phosphorus. Their high calcium content and low fat, makes it an ideal feeder for gravid females and young reptiles.

Housing: To be kept in the same container they were shipping in with the lid kept on

Substrate: The sawdust that the worms are contained will suffice; no other bedding needs to be added. You can add a few drops of water to the bedding to keep it moist. Do not add too much water, as this can create mold and fungal growth because of high humidity levels in an enclosed area.

Feeding: You do not need to feed the phoenix worms. They will be fine for several weeks.

Temperature: Keep the worms at room temperatures. Do NOT refrigerate them because they have the longest shelf life at 60-70 degrees.

Breeding: N/A

Phoenixworm (Hermetia Illucens)
Serving Size 1 Worm
Amount per serving
Calcium 8155ppm
Protein 17.3%
Fat 9.5%

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