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Superworms
The High-Energy Choice for Active Reptiles
SpeciesZophobas morio
StorageRoom Temp Only
ActivityHighly Active
Superworms are a favorite for larger lizards, turtles, and frogs. Unlike Mealworms, Superworms are much more active and contain less chitin relative to their size, making them easier to digest and more stimulating for your pet to hunt.
Superworms Nutrition Facts
Calcium: Phosphorus ratio
1:13.5
Calcium
177mg/kg
Phosphorus
2370mg/kg
Moisture
58%
Crude Protein
20%
Crude Fat
18%
Crude Fiber
3%
Ash
1%
🔥 High Energy
With a healthy 18% fat content, Superworms are an excellent energy source for growing juveniles and breeding females.
🚫 No Refrigeration
Superworms are tropical larvae. Never refrigerate them! They thrive at room temperature, making them easy to keep alive.
🧩 Long Shelf Life
When properly fed and kept at room temperature, Superworms can stay in their larval stage for months without pupating.
🎯 Hunter Response
Their erratic wiggling triggers an immediate feeding strike, even in picky eaters who ignore slower-moving prey.
A Meatier, Better Meal
Superworms offer a protein-packed punch that helps your reptiles maintain weight and muscle mass. They are the perfect addition to a varied diet.
*Note: Use a feeding bowl to prevent Superworms from burrowing into your enclosure substrate.*
