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Premium Canadian-grown Large Hornworms are the ultimate high-yield, soft-bodied feeder for large, voracious reptiles and amphibians. Measuring approximately 1.75″ to 2.5″+ (45 to 64 mm+), these heavy, neon-coloured larvae provide an exceptional source of dietary hydration and essential calcium with zero risk of impaction. Their massive size and active wiggling movement instantly trigger hunting instincts, making them a perfect, nutrient-dense power meal for adult bearded dragons, chameleons, monitors, and breeding females.
- Note: Arrives in bulk-count volumes optimized for immediate feeding or transferring into your own rearing setups.
Description
Large Hornworms are the ultimate high-yield, premium live feeder option designed specifically for large, voracious insectivorous reptiles and amphibians. Measuring approximately 1.75″ to 2.5″+ (approx. 45 to 64 mm+), these heavy, full-bodied larvae provide a massive, meat-filled meal that quickly satisfies the caloric demands of apex insectivores. Because they are completely soft-bodied, they offer a dense, highly bioavailable source of protein and calcium that is completely digestible from head to tail. This eliminates the risk of gut impaction associated with heavy, chitinous adult beetles or large roaches, making them an exceptionally safe choice for breeding females, rapidly growing sub-adults, and animals recovering from illness.
Why Choose Large Hornworms?
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- Maximum Dietary Hydration: Composed of roughly 85% natural moisture, these juicy feeders act as an immediate internal hydration boost, supporting optimal kidney health and flawless shedding cycles.
- 100% Digestible & Safe: Completely free of a hard chitinous exoskeleton, large hornworms break down effortlessly in your pet’s digestive tract for maximum nutrient absorption.
- Ultimate Appetite Trigger: Their bright neon-green or turquoise-blue coloration and heavy wiggling movements provide an irresistible visual stimulus that instantly breaks hunger strikes in stubborn or lethargic animals.
- Powerhouse Nutrition for Breeders: Rich in essential minerals and low in fat, these feeders deliver a highly palatable, calcium-rich meal perfect for egg-laying females needing to rebuild vital reserves.
Target Species
Large hornworms are the perfect size tier for adult bearded dragons, adult chameleons, monitors, tegus, blue-tongued skinks, large pacman frogs, bullfrogs, and large insectivorous birds or small exotic mammals.
Storage & Feeding Timeline
At this final larval stage, large hornworms have reached their peak nutritional mass and are ready for immediate consumption. Because they possess an incredibly fast metabolism, they should be fed out quickly before they begin their natural pupation cycle:
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- To Slow Pupation: Keep your rearing containers in a cool room or a dedicated wine cooler regulated between 13°C and 15°C (55°F to 60°F) to hold their size and extend their shelf-life.
- To Accelerate Metabolism: Keeping them at warm room temperatures between 24°C and 27°C (75°F to 82°F) will cause them to rapidly finish growing and prepare to pupate.
- Crucial Temperature Warning: Never store hornworms in a standard household refrigerator. Any prolonged exposure to temperatures below 10°C (50°F) will prove fatal to the entire batch.
Handling & Habitat Sanitation
To ensure optimal health and freshness of your bulk colony, always store your rearing habitats upside down with the lid facing downward. Hornworms naturally climb upward to feed on the nutrient-rich media hanging above, which allows their large frass (droppings) to cleanly fall away onto the lid for quick, stress-free daily disposal. Always place your setups in a well-ventilated area to prevent stagnant humidity and dangerous mold growth.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Hornworm Size | Medium, Micro, Small |
| Hornworm Amount | 12 Count, 24 Count, 6 Count |
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Very healthy on arrival
Arrived in great condition on time.
They were very small and only 2 were in the box. Maybe the others were eaten?