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Live Foods for Ants
Live foods, often called live feeder insects, are an excellent source of protein for ants. Common options include mealworm larvae, crickets, and superworms. Such food should always be offered in pieces to prevent direct “battles” between ants and the live insect.
The frequency of feeding live protein depends on the ant species and the season. The amount of protein provided should match the colony’s size and appetite, which can vary throughout the year.
For example, Pheidole pallidula ants are strictly carnivorous, while Messor barbarus ants require protein mainly during brood-rearing seasons (spring–summer).
Storage tips for live feeder insects: keep them in a cool place to slow their development into the adult stage. For instance, our offered mealworm larvae will eventually turn into beetles. Feeder insects also require care – proper feeding and a suitable container will keep them fresh and healthy for longer.
Accessories for Feeding Ants with Live Food
In our offer, you will find:
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Scalpels – for safely cutting live feeder insects before serving them to ants.
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Insect catchers – for collecting live feeder insects directly from nature.
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Feeder storage containers – for keeping live food fresh and secure.
All accessories are made from materials safe for the health and well-being of insects. They are reusable and perfect for supporting the feeding needs of any ant colony in your formicarium.