{"product_id":"1-5kg-chubby-dried-mealworm-black-soldier-fly-mix","title":"1.5Kg Chubby Dried Mealworm \u0026 Black Soldier Fly Mix","description":"\u003ch3\u003e1.5kg Chubby Dried Mixes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith our Chubby Dried Mixes, you get the best of both worlds when feeding your pet or garden birds. This mix is sure to enrich your pet's diet giving them a boost of \u003cstrong\u003eProtein \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003eCalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e in one handy mixed bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know why our pets love our great-tasting Mealworms, but what about our black soldier fly larvae?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack Soldier Fly Larvae\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChubby Dried Black Soldier Fly Larvae are comparable to dried mealworms but have a much higher calcium value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch has shown that natural feed with balanced Ca:P ratios (a perfect treat for hedgehogs) increases animal health and contributes to stronger bones and shiny feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium is especially important for laying birds such as chickens. Lack of calcium can result in poor laying, and soft shells and can cause behaviour problems such as egg eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding BSF Larvae as a treat is an excellent way to increase these vital nutrients and we can assure you, that they will soon become a favourite!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Soldier Fly Larvae have many branded names such as: Calci Worms, Phoenix Worms®, Soldier Grubs®, Flygrubs®, Grubblies®, Nutriworms®, Tasty Grubs® but are all are the larvae of the black soldier fly®(Hermetia illucens), we'll just keep things simple and call them what they are :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMealworms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Dried Mealworms are 100% natural, packed full of protein, vitamins and high grade edible oils. The high protein content in our dried mealworms can help produce bigger and more flavoursome eggs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtein is essential to boost a flock's protein intake through the moulting season ( between autumn \u0026amp; spring). Your flock's immune system will be down, mealworms are an excellent choice to boost their immune system \u0026amp; will help in rapid feather growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMealworms can and will be enjoyed all year round however, winter is the hardest time of year for our wildlife \u0026amp; backyard flocks. Each of our mealworms contains just over 50% Protein! So just a handful per bird per day will be enough to keep your flock warmer in colder temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough you can buy live mealworms, dried mealworms are just as good with the added benefit of easy and long-lasting storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny insectivorous (soft-billed) bird will love mealworms. The majority of passerines (perching birds) will enjoy them too, especially when they are feeding their young \u0026amp; the protein is essential for their growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5kg of Chubby Mixes come in 3 x 500g clear plastic bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember that the bigger the pack of dried mixes you purchase the cheaper the price per kilogram becomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtein 38 to 50%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFat 37%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium 0.55%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphorus 5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chubby Mealworms Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39602725814374,"sku":"CPP82126","price":64.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1331\/0881\/products\/1.5kg.jpg?v=1649327834","url":"https:\/\/www.chubbymealworms.com.au\/products\/1-5kg-chubby-dried-mealworm-black-soldier-fly-mix","provider":"Chubby Mealworms Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}