{"title":"Live Insects","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop live insects and feeder insects for reptiles, birds, chickens, fish and other insect-eating pets. Our range includes live crickets, mealworms, super mealworms and woodies in a variety of sizes. Order online or choose pickup from our Sydney locations, subject to availability and individual product shipping restrictions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mealworms-pisces-live-insect-food","title":"Pisces Mealworms REGULAR (Live)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eMealworms Pisces Live Insect Food (Cannot ship to WA due to Quarantine Restrictions) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMealworms\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e- Plump nutrient-rich Pisces mealworms (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTenebrio molitor)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprovide a natural insect food for birds and lizards in your aviary and garden. Adds variety to diets and are an ideal source of protein for finches, robins, wagtails, other birds and reptiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePisces mealworms are clean and easily handled food for many pets, and adds variety to your animal's diet. Mealworms are an ideal source of protein for seed-eating birds; especially important at breeding time. Eco-gardeners believe that feeding wild-birds in their yard naturally encourages insect foraging birds to keep the garden cleaner of pests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#d0121a;\"\u003eDisclaimer: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#2445a2;\"\u003e(please read this 3 point disclaimer before ordering)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e1 of 3.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRisk of ordering: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get live Insects to buyers asap and in good condition, however we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. We are based in Sydney and orders from outside Sydney have an increased risk. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during warmer months where mealworms will be in transit without cooling. \u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eStrictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead.\u003c\/span\u003e For interstate (except Melbourne) or rural orders we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available OR \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsider Dried Mealworms as a safer alternative (see below)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 of 3\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulk Orders 1kg plus:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Our 1kg, 2kg, 6kg mealworm packs are special ordered every Monday morning so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week. Mealworm stock usually arrive to us on Tuesday or Wednesday and we send them to you after they have arrived (you will receive a shipment notification when your order is sent out) Let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if it's urgent and we'll try to fast-track things if possible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e3 of 3.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrders will not be sent close to weekend:\u003c\/strong\u003e If it gets too close to the end of the week we may not send your order until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot over the weekend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile food most commonly used to feed finches, wild birds, large fish, mammals, reptiles and tortoises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBred in state of the art facilities, Pisces is a world leader in the cultivation of live mealworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Pisces mealworms are fed an organic diet and are free of any organophosphates and added growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed mealworms straight from the container or transfer them to glass or crockery bowls with five-centimetre sides slippery sides prevent their escape. The birds will quickly learn to sort out the mealworms from the bran, especially if you only put mealworms in the bowl for the first few times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many to feed: \u003c\/strong\u003eFeed once or twice a day - early in the morning and 1-2 hours before sunset. Small birds (eg: wrens and wagtails) up to 5 mealworms each meal. Medium sized birds (eg: butcherbirds and kingfishers) up to 10 per meal. Large birds (eg: magpies and kookaburras) 10-20 per meal. Avoid overfeeding. You should not make the birds dependent on you for a large part of their diet. It is unnatural and can disadvantage the birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePisces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emealworms are packed with enough food to last them for about one week at normal room temperature. They will live much longer if kept in the crisper area of the refrigerator as the cold temperature slows them down. To keep your mealworms for a longer period of time, every two weeks remove them from the refrigerator \u0026amp; allow them to warm up. Give them a small amount of apple or carrot \u0026amp; top up their unprocessed bran. After 24 hours remove the uneaten food and return them to fridge for re-use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggestion\u003c\/strong\u003e: If your planning to store the mealworms for longer then about 7 days you might want to consider topping up the food inside the mealworm container with more Bran. (see below)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How many mealworms are in the 1kg bulk pack or 100g pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eAs a rough guide, the 1 kg pack size contains about 6000 mealworms. Regarding the 100g packs: After calling Pisces I was told they did not have an estimate as they are measured by weight and the amount of worms varies from tub to tub depending on the size of the worms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. What is the size of your mealworms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eHere is a rough size guide: (based on 2 or 3 random samples we measured)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini Mealies - 14 to 16mm long (1.5mm thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMealworms - 22 to 25mm long (3mm thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperworms - 24 to 27mm long (3mm thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. I'm considering having some mealworms delivered to Townsville QLD but I am concerned about them arriving dead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA. Delivery to Townsville should be fine except in spring and summer when it gets too hot for them as mealworms need to be kept cool. When ordering from Townsville is highly recommended to select the Australian Post Express option (1 working day) as the other couriers can take 3 to 7 days which can be risky especially in hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Can these mealworms be bred?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eAfter calling the manufacturer Pisces I was told by someone that they can be bred as long as you know how to do breed them. They could not offer me any tips on how to breed them either. (1\/9\/14)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ. Are these mealworms a different species to the mini mealies and super mealworms you also sell?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e All 3 types of mealworms ie mini mealies, mealworms and super mealworms are all the same species at different life stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Do you sell dark wing (mealworm) beetles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA. I called our supplier (Pisces) and unfortunately, they don't stock these beetles. (1\/11\/17)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How many mealworms are in a 100-gram tub and do the 100 grams include the weight of the bran etc?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eBased on the fact that the 1kg pack has about 6000 worms we could estimate that a 100-gram pack would have about 600 worms. \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eI weighed a random 100-gram pack at 220 grams so it's clear that the 100 grams is just the worms only and does not include the bran or packaging etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow long will mealworms keep for in the fridge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA. Our supplier has advised that mealworms will keep indefinitely in the fridge, as long as they have enough carrot and bran to feed on. They'll eat less since their metabolisms slow down however they still require food whilst in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"100 grams","offer_id":43132202909875,"sku":"PISCESMW100G","price":16.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg","offer_id":43132202942643,"sku":"PISCESMW1KG","price":63.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 kg","offer_id":43132202975411,"sku":"PISCESMW2KG","price":126.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 kg","offer_id":43132203008179,"sku":"PISCESMW6KG","price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/files\/Pisces_Mealworms_100g_NEW_1_K.jpg?v=1726831771"},{"product_id":"superworms-pisces-live-insect-food-larger-mealworms","title":"Pisces Super Mealworms(Live)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuper Mealworms (Large Mealworms). \u003cspan\u003e(Cannot ship to WA due to Quarantine Restrictions) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperworms - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperworms are Large Mealworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plump nutrient-rich Pisces Mealworms, \u003cem\u003eTenebrio molitor\u003c\/em\u003e, provide a natural insect food for birds, lizards and many other animals in your aviary or garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A versatile food most commonly used to feed wild birds, large fish, mammals, reptiles and tortoises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bred in state of the art facilities, Pisces is a world leader in the cultivation of live mealworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e All Pisces mealworms are fed an organic diet and are free of any organophosphates and added growth hormones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#d0121a;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#2445a2;\"\u003e(please read this 4 point disclaimer before ordering)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 of 4.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRisk of ordering: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get live Insects to buyers asap and in good condition, however we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. We are based in Sydney and orders from outside Sydney have an increased risk. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during warmer months where mealworms will be in transit without cooling. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. For interstate (except Melbourne) or rural orders we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available OR consider Dried Mealworms as a safer alternative (see below)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 of 4. \u003cstrong\u003eBulk Orders 1kg plus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our 1kg, 2kg, 6kg mealworm packs are special ordered every Monday morning so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week. Mealworm stock usually arrive to us on Tuesday or Wednesday and we send them to you after they have arrived (you will receive a shipment notification when your order is sent out) Let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if it's urgent and we'll try to fast-track things if possible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 of 4.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrders will not be sent close to weekend:\u003c\/strong\u003e If it gets too close to the end of the week we may not send your order until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot over the weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 of 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e. \u003cspan\u003eFor Orders Outside of Sydney during Summer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e During the Summer months (Start of December to end of the February) we are no longer freighting mealworms outside of Sydney. Due to the hot weather, it's just too risky Or consider Dried Mealworms instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralia's most popular Live food - Pisces Live Food Mealworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlump nutrient-rich Pisces superworms provide a natural insect food for birds and lizards in your aviary and garden. Adds variety to diets and are an ideal source of protein for finches, robins, wagtails, other birds and reptiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePisces superworms are packed with enough food to last them about 1 week at normal room temperature. They are best kept in the fridge and the cold will slow them down without killing them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggestion\u003c\/strong\u003e: If your planning to store the mealworms for longer then about 7 days you might want to consider topping up the food inside the mealworm container with more Bran. (see below)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. What are the size of your mealworms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e Here is a rough size guide: (based on 2 or 3 random samples we measured)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eMini Mealies - 14 to 16mm long (1.5mm thick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eMealworms - 22 to 25mm long (3mm thick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eSuperworms - 24 to 27mm long (3mm thick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eNOTE: We assume the difference between the thickness of the mealworms and super mealworms will be greater in most batches. Must have been a small superworm batch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. I'm considering having some mealworms delivered to Townsville QLD but I am concerned about them arriving dead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivery to Townsville should be fine except in spring and summer when it gets too hot for them as mealworms need to be kept cool. When ordering from Townsville is highly recommended to select the Australian Post Express option (1 working day) as the other couriers can take 3 to 7 days which can be risky especially in hot weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow many super mealworms are in a 100g pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e I just called the supplier they weren't able to tell me how many worms are in each tub. She guessed about 80 worms but that's just a very rough guess. The tubs are only sold in 100g packs and the amount of worms varies on the weight of the worms which also varies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Have these Super Mealworms been treated with a chemical hormone which makes them grow larger than regular mealworms and doesn't let them go to beetle form?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eA. After calling the manufacturer Pisces I was told that the Super Mealworms have NOT been treated with any hormones to make them grow bigger and these worms will eventually turn into beetles if it gets warm enough. Apparently, this kind of hormone treatment has happened in the US but to their knowledge never happens in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Are these Super Mealworms a different species to the mini mealies and regular mealworms you also sell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e All 3 types of mealworms ie mini mealies, mealworms and super mealworms are all the same species at different life stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eSee the mealworms item below for more information since most of the information also apply's to superworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"100 grams","offer_id":43132203303091,"sku":"29877","price":16.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg","offer_id":43132203335859,"sku":"PISC-SUPERW1KG","price":63.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 kg","offer_id":43132203368627,"sku":"PISC-SUPERW2KG","price":126.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 kg","offer_id":43132203401395,"sku":"PISC-SUPERW6KG","price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/files\/Superworms_100g_1_clipped_rev_2_K.png?v=1726831514"},{"product_id":"baby-crickets-pisces-live-food","title":"Baby Crickets | Pisces Live Food","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePisces crickets are lively food that will bring out the hunting instincts of captive animals whilst providing essential protein and roughage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAll Pisces insects are free of animal hormones and organophosphates. The scientific name for these crickets is Acheta domesticus. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFree Pisces Gutload Included - The \"Original \u0026amp; Genuine\" Gutload.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eAustralia's most popular Live food - Pisces Live Food Crickets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage: \u003c\/strong\u003eTo ensure your crickets have a constant source of moisture and nutrients, replace the carrot with a fresh piece as needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eThe optimal storage temperature for the insects is between 18 °C and 25 °C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAvoid exposure to poisonous fumes and cleaning supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed only enough that can be eaten immediately. Your free gutload should be fed to the insects before feeding it to your pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe number of crickets per packet may vary significantly from the stated pack quantities. The stated pack quantities are just estimates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b22222;\"\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWe take all possible measures to deliver crickets to our customers as soon as possible and in good condition; however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. \u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003ePlease consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during colder months, when crickets will be in transit \u003cstrong\u003ewithout\u003c\/strong\u003e heating.\u003c\/span\u003e Crickets usually require heating during colder months. Extreme hot weather also increases the risk. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterstate Orders \/ Rural Orders -\u003c\/strong\u003e For all orders outside of NSW (except Melbourne) or rural areas, we recommend selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available, especially during extreme weather conditions, as the risk of damage increases significantly during these times, and prompt delivery is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #980000; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(31, 33, 36); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(152, 0, 0);\"\u003eBaby Cricket Availability - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDue to their delicate nature (especially \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ein cold weather)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(31, 33, 36); font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e we typically keep only a small quantity of baby crickets in stock and often sell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e out.\u003c\/span\u003e Therefore, it's possible and likely that your baby crickets will need to be special-ordered after your order is placed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e This happens every Monday morning, so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week. We also order mid-week sometimes, but it's best not to depend on this. Please let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if your request is urgent, and we'll try to expedite the process if possible.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eMore information from the Manufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the country’s first and largest wholesale producer of live crickets to the pet trade, Pisces Enterprises continues to pioneer industry techniques and practices required to grow at scale in Australian conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy purchasing Pisces’ live crickets, we guarantee that you are purchasing the highest possible quality on the market, relied upon by pet stores, zoos and wildlife carers across the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePisces Enterprises’ patented live food containers feature air vents on all sides, allowing for superior ventilation, as well as an easy-open lid for convenient dispensing. Inside the container, the 100% recycled, food-grade insect hide sits atop a patented, sterile, absorbent wood pulp pad. This pad prevents the use of messy, dusty vermiculite granules, which can have a detrimental effect on the health of live insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping them well-nourished with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePisces Aquaload and reptile supplements\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill ensure you give them the best possible lifespan. Store in a warm, dry place, ideally away from light, to reduce stress. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"100 Pack","offer_id":43132351185075,"sku":"BABYCRICKET100","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4000 Bulk Pack","offer_id":43132351217843,"sku":"BABYCRICKET4000","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/files\/Baby_Crickets_Pisces_Live_Food_100_Pack.jpg?v=1760098321"},{"product_id":"small-crickets-pisces-live-food","title":"Small Crickets : Pisces Live Food","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;color:#000000;\"\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get crickets to our customers asap and in good condition, however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during colder months where crickets will be in transit \u003cstrong\u003ewithout\u003c\/strong\u003e heating. Crickets usually require heating during colder months. Extreme hot weather also increases the risk. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eInterstate Orders \/ Rural Orders -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e For all orders outside of NSW (except Melbourne) or rural orders, we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available, especially when it is very cold or hot, as the risk increases significantly during these times and quick delivery is best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003eBulk Orders -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eOur Bulk cricket packs are special ordered every Monday morning so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week. We also order mid-week sometimes but its best not to depend on this. Let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if it's urgent and we'll try to fast-track things if possible!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003eAustralia's most popular Live food - Pisces Live Food Crickets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003ePisces crickets are lively food that will bring out the hunting instincts of captive animals whilst providing essential protein and roughage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAll Pisces insects are free of animal hormones and organophosphates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFree Pisces Gutload Included - The \" Original \u0026amp; Genuine \" gutload.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e To ensure your crickets have a source of moisture and nutrients, make sure you replace the carrot with a fresh piece as required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe best storage temperature for the insects is between 18º C - 25º C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAvoid exposure to poisonous fumes and cleaning supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed only enough that can be eaten immediately. Your free gutload should be fed to the insects before feeding to your pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003e- The number of crickets per packet may vary significantly from the stated pack quantities. The stated pack quantities are just estimates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"50 Pack","offer_id":43132351611059,"sku":"30230","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 (HALF) Bulk Pack","offer_id":43132351643827,"sku":"30230","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 Bulk Pack","offer_id":43132351676595,"sku":"30230","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/products\/623.jpg?v=1742356296"},{"product_id":"small-crickets-pisces-live-food-clone","title":"Medium Crickets : Pisces Live Food","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;color:#000000;\"\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get crickets to our customers asap and in good condition, however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during colder months where crickets will be in transit \u003cstrong\u003ewithout\u003c\/strong\u003e heating. Crickets usually require heating during colder months to survive. Extreme hot weather also increases the risk. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eInterstate Orders \/ Rural Orders -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e For all orders outside of NSW (except Melbourne) OR rural orders, we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available, especially when it is very cold or hot, as the risk increases significantly during these times and quick delivery is best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003eBulk Orders -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eOur Bulk cricket packs are special ordered every Monday morning so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week. We also order mid-week sometimes but its best not to depend on this. Let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if it's urgent and we'll try to fast-track things if possible!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003e Australia's most popular Live food - Pisces Live Food Crickets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAustralia's most popular Live food - Pisces Live Food Crickets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003ePisces crickets are lively food that will bring out the hunting instincts of captive animals whilst providing essential protein and roughage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAll Pisces insects are free of animal hormones and organophosphates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFree Pisces Gutload Included - The \" Original \u0026amp; Genuine \" Gutload.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e To ensure your crickets have a source of moisture and nutrients, make sure you replace the carrot with a fresh piece as required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe best storage temperature for the insects is between 18º C - 25º C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAvoid exposure to poisonous fumes and cleaning supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed only enough that can be eaten immediately. Your free gutload should be fed to the insects before feeding to your pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES \u003c\/strong\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;\"\u003eThe bulk packs of live insects are NOT kept in-stock, but are ordered in after a customer orders one. Our live insect supplies are normally ordered on Monday and arrive to us every Wednesday \/ Thursday.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e- The number of crickets per packet may vary significantly from the stated pack quantities. The stated pack quantities are just estimates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"40 Pack","offer_id":43132354134195,"sku":"30231 - choose pack quantity:4","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 BULK PACK","offer_id":43132354166963,"sku":"30231 - choose pack quantity:1","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/products\/624.jpg?v=1742356296"},{"product_id":"large-crickets-pisces-live-food","title":"Large Crickets : Pisces Live Food","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;color:#000000;\"\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get crickets to our customers asap and in good condition, however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during colder months where crickets will be in transit \u003cstrong\u003ewithout\u003c\/strong\u003e heating. Crickets usually require heating during colder months. Extreme hot weather also increases the risk. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eInterstate Orders \/ Rural Orders -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e For all orders outside of NSW (except Melbourne) or rural orders, we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available, especially when it is very cold or hot, as the risk increases significantly during these times and quick delivery is best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003eBulk Orders -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eOur Bulk cricket packs are special ordered every Monday morning so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week. We also order mid-week sometimes but its best not to depend on this. Let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if it's urgent and we'll try to fast-track things if possible!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003eAustralia's most popular Live food - Pisces Live Food Crickets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003ePisces crickets are lively food that will bring out the hunting instincts of captive animals whilst providing essential protein and roughage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAll Pisces insects are free of animal hormones and organophosphates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFree Pisces Gutload Included - The \" Original \u0026amp; Genuine \" Gutload.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage: \u003c\/strong\u003eTo ensure your crickets have a source of moisture and nutrients, make sure you replace the carrot with a fresh piece as required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe best storage temperature for the insects is between 18º C - 25º C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAvoid exposure to poisonous fumes and cleaning supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed only enough that can be eaten immediately. Your free gutload should be fed to the insects before feeding to your pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES \u003c\/strong\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:21px;\"\u003eThe bulk packs of live insects are NOT kept in-stock, but are ordered in after a customer orders one. Our live insect supplies are normally ordered on Monday and arrive to us every Wednesday \/ Thursday\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e- The number of crickets per packet may vary significantly from the stated pack quantities. The stated pack quantities are just estimates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"25 Pack","offer_id":43132354724019,"sku":"30232 - choose pack quantity:2","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 BULK PACK","offer_id":43132354756787,"sku":"30232 - choose pack quantity:1","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/products\/625.jpg?v=1742356295"},{"product_id":"medium-woodies-pisces-live-food","title":"Medium Woodies : Pisces Live Food","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get woodies to our customers asap and in good condition, however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries. Extreme hot or cold weather also increases the risk, though woodies are hardier then crickets and do not usually require heating during colder months. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. For interstate (except Melbourne) or rural orders, we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available. \u003cspan\u003eFor Sydney deliveries, we suggest the Sydney Direct freight option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eBulk Orders:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e Bulk packs of woodies are NOT kept in-stock, but are ordered in after a customer orders one. Our live insect supplies are normally ordered on Monday morning and arrive to us every Wednesday \/ Thursday. Please have your order in by Saturday for order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Woodies:\u003c\/strong\u003e These Australian wood roaches (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNauphotea Cinera) make an ideal and clean insect food for lizards, fish and frogs. Pisces Woodies are clean insects not known to carry disease organisms. In nature, they are found under dead wood or tree bark and grow to the size of a large cricket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThey are a natural and highly nutritious food for many species of lizards and can often be used to entice fussy eaters that have gone on a hunger strike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003ePisces Wood Roaches make an ideal clean insect food for lizards, fish, frogs and birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:15px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003ePisces woodies are very clean insects and are not known to carry disease organisms. Woodies naturally live in dry conditions under dead wood or tree bark and grow to approximately the same size as a large cricket. Unlike house cockroaches, wood roaches bear there young live and it is quite likely some will be born in the container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWoodies can be slowed down prior to feeding by placing in a refrigerator for five minutes. Feed only enough woodies that will be eaten immediately. Vitamin \u0026amp; mineral supplements (gutload) can be sprinkled onto the woodies prior to feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWoodies will remain alive in the container for quite a long time and will obtain sufficient food and moisture from the piece of carrot supplied in the container. To keep them fresh \u0026amp; to get longer life to replace the piece of carrot every few days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFeeding Lizards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWoodies are a natural and highly nutritious food for many species of lizards. They can often be used to entice fussy eaters that have gone on hunger strike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFeeding Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eLarge cichlids and other large species love woodies. They can be fed by hand, with tweezers or just tipped onto the water's surface. Woodies provide a high protein food with beneficial roughage which is often missing in dry foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFeeding Frogs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWoodies are a nutritious and natural diet for large green tree frogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFeeding Birds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eMany insectivorous birds will happily accept woodies as an interesting variation to their diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eSizes \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAvailable in three sizes (approximates)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eSmall Woodies - 1cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eMedium Woodies - 1.5 to 2cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eLarge Woodies - 3 to 4 cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"40 Pack","offer_id":43132401254579,"sku":"30317 - choose pack size:40 pa","price":8.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 Bulk Pack","offer_id":43132401287347,"sku":"30317 - choose pack size:1500","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/files\/MediumWoodiesSQ.png?v=1742356613"},{"product_id":"large-woodies-pisces-live-food","title":"Large Woodies : Pisces Live Food","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get woodies to our customers asap and in good condition, however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries. Extreme hot or cold weather also increases the risk, though woodies are hardier then crickets and do not usually require heating during colder months. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. For interstate (except Melbourne) or rural orders, we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available. For Sydney deliveries, we suggest the Sydney Direct freight option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk Orders: \u003c\/strong\u003eBulk packs of woodies are NOT kept in-stock, but are ordered in after a customer orders one. Our live insect supplies are normally ordered on Monday morning and arrive to us every Wednesday \/ Thursday. Please have your order in by Saturday for order on Monday.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Woodies:\u003c\/strong\u003e These Australian wood roaches (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNauphotea Cinera) make an ideal and clean insect food for lizards, fish and frogs. Pisces Woodies are clean insects not known to carry disease organisms. In nature they are found under dead wood or tree bark and grow to the size of a large cricket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThey are a natural and highly nutritious food for many species of lizards and can often be used to entice fussy eaters that have gone on a hunger strike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003ePisces Wood Roaches make an ideal clean insect food for lizards, fish, frogs and birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:15px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003ePisces woodies are very clean insects and are not known to carry disease organisms. Woodies naturally live in dry conditions under dead wood or tree bark and grow to approximately the same size as a large cricket. Unlike house cockroaches, wood roaches bear there young live and it is quite likely some will be born in the container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eWoodies can be slowed down prior to feeding by placing in a refrigerator for five minutes. Feed only enough woodies that will be eaten immediately. Vitamin \u0026amp; mineral supplements (gutload) can be sprinkled onto the woodies prior to feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eWoodies will remain alive in the container for quite a long time and will obtain sufficient food and moisture from the piece of carrot supplied in the container. To keep them fresh \u0026amp; to get longer life replace the piece of carrot every few days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFeeding Lizards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eWoodies are a natural and highly nutritious food for many species of lizards. They can often be used to entice fussy eaters that have gone on hunger strike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFeeding Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eLarge cichlids and other large species love woodies. They can be fed by hand, with tweezers or just tipped onto the water's surface. Woodies provide a high protein food with beneficial roughage which is often missing in dry foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFeeding Frogs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eWoodies are a nutritious and natural diet for large green tree frogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFeeding Birds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eMany insectivorous birds will happily accept woodies as an interesting variation to their diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eSizes \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eAvailable in three sizes (approximate)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eSmall Woodies - 1cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eMedium Woodies - 1.5 to 2cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eLarge Woodies - 3 to 4cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"25 Pack","offer_id":43132401385651,"sku":"30318 - choose pack size:25 pa","price":8.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Bulk Pack","offer_id":43132401418419,"sku":"30318 - choose pack size:1000","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/products\/844.jpg?v=1742356396"},{"product_id":"mini-mealies-pisces-1000-worm-tub-small-mealworms","title":"Pisces Mini Mealies Approx 1000 Worm Tub | Live Mealworms | Sydney Delivery ONLY","description":"\u003cp\u003ePisces Mini Mealies Approx 1000 Worm Tub - Sydney Delivery Only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePisces Mini Mealies are small live mealworms ideal for reptiles, birds, chickens and fish. High in protein, convenient, nutritious, and perfect for daily feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMini Mealies \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eare small mealworms. The information below is regarding regular mealworms, but much of it also applies to mini mealies. The 1000 mini mealies per tub is only a rough estimate. We don't guarantee the number of worms inside. See disclaimer below. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1000 Worms per Tub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMealworms\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e- Plump, nutrient-rich Pisces mealworms (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTenebrio molitor)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprovide a natural insect food for birds and lizards in your aviary and garden. Adds variety to diets and is an ideal source of protein for finches, robins, wagtails, other birds and reptiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegarding WA: \u003c\/strong\u003eCannot ship to WA due to Quarantine Restrictions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePisces mealworms are a clean and efficiently handled food for many pets, and they add variety to your animal's diet. Mealworms are an ideal source of protein for seed-eating birds, essential at breeding time. Eco-gardeners believe that feeding wild birds in their yard naturally encourages insect foraging birds to keep the garden cleaner of pests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d0121a;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer: \u003c\/strong\u003e(Please read this 5-point disclaimer before ordering)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 of 5.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRisk of ordering: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe take all possible measures to deliver live Insects to buyers asap and in good condition; however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. We are based in Sydney, and orders from outside Sydney have an increased risk. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during warmer months, when mealworms will be in transit without cooling. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. For interstate (except Melbourne) or rural orders, we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available, OR consider Dried Mealworms as a safer alternative (see below) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 of 5. \u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk Orders 1kg plus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our 1kg, 2kg, and 6kg mealworm packs are special-ordered every Monday morning, so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week.\u003c\/span\u003e Mealworm stock usually arrives with us on Tuesday or Wednesday, and we send it to you after they have arrived (you will receive a shipment notification when your order is sent out). Let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if it's urgent, and we'll try to fast-track things if possible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 of 5. \u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe don't guarantee the number of worms per tub:\u003c\/strong\u003e The manufacturer tells us there are about 1000 mini mealworms in these packs.\u003c\/span\u003e However, we do not guarantee this amount, regardless of how many mealworms are provided in any tub. We only sell this item as the manufacturer Pisces provides it. Strictly no refunds if you think there are fewer than 1000 mealworms in the tub. We have no way to check worm counts, and counting them is not feasible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 of 5.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eOrders will not be sent close to the weekend.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e If it gets too close to the end of the week, we may not send your order until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot over the weekend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 of 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Orders Outside of Sydney during Summer: \u003c\/strong\u003eDuring the Summer months (from the Start of December to the end of February), we no longer freight mealworms outside of Sydney.\u003c\/span\u003e Due to the hot weather, it's just too risky. Or consider Dried Mealworms instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; color: #000000;\"\u003eA versatile food most commonly used to feed finches, wild birds, large fish, mammals, reptiles and tortoises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; color: #000000;\"\u003eBred in state-of-the-art facilities, Pisces is a world leader in the cultivation of live mealworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; color: #000000;\"\u003eAll Pisces mealworms are fed an organic diet and are free of any organophosphates and added growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed\u003c\/strong\u003e: Feed mealworms straight from the container or transfer them to glass or crockery bowls with five-centimetre sides; slippery sides prevent their escape. The birds will quickly learn to sort out the mealworms from the bran, especially if you only put mealworms in the bowl for the first few times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many to feed: \u003c\/strong\u003eFeed once or twice a day - early in the morning and 1-2 hours before sunset. Small birds (eg, wrens and wagtails) up to 5 mealworms each meal. Medium-sized birds (eg, butcherbirds and kingfishers) up to 10 per meal. Large birds (eg, magpies and kookaburras) 10-20 per meal. Avoid overfeeding. You should not make the birds dependent on you for a large part of their diet. It is unnatural and can disadvantage the birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care Pisces\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mealworms are packed with enough food to last about 1 week at room temperature. They will live much longer if kept in the refrigerator's crisper drawer, as the cold slows their growth. To keep your mealworms for longer, remove them from the fridge every 2 weeks and let them warm up. Please give them a small amount of apple or carrot \u0026amp; top up their unprocessed bran. After 24 hours, remove the uneaten food and return it to the fridge for reuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSuggestion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: If you're planning to store the mealworms for longer than about 7 days, you might want to consider topping up the food inside the mealworm container with more Bran.\u003c\/span\u003e (see below)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the size of your mealworms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eHere is a rough size guide: (based on 2 or 3 random samples we measured)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMini Mealies - 14 to 16mm long (1.5mm thick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMealworms - 22 to 25mm long (3mm thick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSuperworms - 24 to 27mm long (3mm thick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDo the mini mealies come in 1kg bulk packs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eAfter calling the supplier I can confirm that the mini mealies do not come 1kg packs. They only come in one size: a 1000-pack tub. (16\/5\/14)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eQ. Are these mini mealies a different species from the regular mealworms and super mealworms?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e All 3 types of mealworms, ie mini mealies, mealworms and super mealworms, are all the same species at different life stages.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43132570173619,"sku":"120220","price":13.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/files\/Pisces_mini_mealies_1_K.png?v=1726830620"},{"product_id":"bulk-compost-worms-1kg","title":"Bulk Compost Worms 1kg (Sydney Only)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003eBulk Compost Worms 1kg. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eVolume discounts available, see above!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eIdeal for compost toilets, extra-large worm farms and other uses requiring larger amounts of compost worms. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#d0121a;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDISCLAIMER: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePlease note that the 500, 1000 and 2000 worm packs (see below) are generally enough for standard worm farms like the ones we sell. These 1kg bulk packs have about 4000 worms and are packed in coconut fibre (so they only have a few days shelf life). Since they have such a short shelf life, these 1kg bulk packs are not kept in stock but are ordered in after your order is placed online. Stock usually takes 3 to 14 days to get in. In times of short supply, it may take weeks or months to get stock. In these cases, you can decide to cancel and refund the order if you can't wait the estimated time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color:#980000;\"\u003eThis item is \u003cspan style=\"color:#980000;\"\u003eSydney Delivery Only. For other areas we may still be able to do it but please email us before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Quantity Limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#980000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eGenerally speaking we have a 2kg per order limit. For bigger orders please email us beforehand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;font-size:14px;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eCompost Worms eat our food waste – 1000 worms in a worm farm will eat around 125 grams of food waste per day producing valuable liquid, castings and baby worms for your garden. Over time the population will increase and depending on the size of your worm farm eat more and produce more. Typical domestic worm farms like the Worm Cafe are capable of producing around 2 litres of (10:1 diluted) liquid per week, 30-40kgs of castings per year and thousands of baby worms. Great care is taken to pack our worms in damp coconut fibre in polycarbonate woven bags for good air flow within a waxed box for safe delivery. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Compost Worms:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003eCompost worms are tireless in converting organic (food and garden) waste into worm castings (manure) which is a complete organic fertiliser for plants. Charles Darwin first demonstrated how worm castings rejuvenate and enrich the soil. His experiment with potatoes showed their roots growing directly towards the castings, searching for their fine balance of nutrients. There are three main species of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003ecompost worms also known as earthworms – Reds (eg, lumbricusrubellus) and the striped Tigers (eg, eiseniafoetida) are European imports now common in Australia, but there are over 300 native varieties including Blues (eg, Octolasion cyaneum).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003eThe average length of composting worms is from 50 – 150mm. Worm farming at home, work, school and in the community will help reduce pollution through landfilling. Around 5% of global greenhouse gases are caused by organics in landfills; worm farming and composting can stop this pollution and return the benefits to the soil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color:#000000;font-family:Tahoma, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color:#000000;font-family:Tahoma, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003eWorms in worm farms like to eat most fruit and vegetable scraps but need them cut into small pieces, as they eat by sucking. Acidic foods like citrus, onion and dairy should only be used sparingly with lime or dolomite added to balance the pH. Worm farms generally produce - liquid, castings and baby worms all of which make healthy additions to your garden. Compost worms can also be used as food for other animals like birds and fish, including use as bait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color:#000000;font-family:Tahoma, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color:#000000;font-family:Tahoma, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003eDuring autumn and spring and given optimum conditions, compost worms breed rapidly and may lay a capsule (cocoon) weekly. Each capsule contains between 2 and 20 baby worms which hatch in under three weeks and reach maturity in three months. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color:#000000;font-family:Tahoma, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color:#000000;font-family:Tahoma, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003eWorms are hermaphrodites (both male and female); they mate and each worm becomes pregnant at the saddle (clitellum – the lighter coloured section around 20mm below the head). To breed successfully your worm farm should be kept damp, cool, quiet and dark.\u003cspan id=\"cke_bm_86E\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EP Product","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43132775530675,"sku":"31416","price":148.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/products\/2159.jpg?v=1742356684"},{"product_id":"medium-woodies-pisces-live-food-clone","title":"Small Woodies: Pisces Live Food","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get woodies to our customers asap and in good condition, however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries. Extreme hot or cold weather also increases the risk, though woodies are hardier then crickets and do not usually require heating during colder months. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. For interstate (except Melbourne) or rural orders we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available. \u003cspan\u003eFor Sydney deliveries, we suggest the Sydney Direct freight option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eBulk Orders:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e Bulk packs of woodies are NOT kept in-stock, but are ordered in after a customer orders one. Our live insect supplies are normally ordered on Monday morning and arrive to us every Wednesday \/ Thursday. Please have your order in by Saturday for order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eAbout Woodies:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e These Australian wood roaches\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height:1.6em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eNauphotea Cinera)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e make an ideal and clean insect food for lizards, fish and frogs. Pisces Woodies are clean insects not known to carry disease organisms. In nature they are found under dead wood or tree bark and grow to the size of a large cricket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThey are a natural and highly nutritious food for many species of lizards and can often be used to entice fussy eaters that have gone on a hunger strike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003ePisces Wood Roaches make an ideal clean insect food for lizards, fish, frogs and birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:15px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003ePisces woodies are very clean insects and are not known to carry disease organisms. Woodies naturally live in dry conditions under dead wood or tree bark and grow to approximately the same size as a large cricket. Unlike house cockroaches, wood roaches bear there young live and it is quite likely some will be born in the container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWoodies can be slowed down prior to feeding by placing in a refrigerator for five minutes. Feed only enough woodies that will be eaten immediately. Vitamin \u0026amp; mineral supplements (gutload) can be sprinkled onto the woodies prior to feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWoodies will remain alive in the container for quite a long time and will obtain sufficient food and moisture from the piece of carrot supplied in the container. To keep them fresh \u0026amp; to get longer life replace the piece of carrot every few days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFeeding Lizards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWoodies are a natural and highly nutritious food for many species of lizards. They can often be used to entice fussy eaters that have gone on hunger strike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFeeding Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eLarge cichlids and other large species love woodies. They can be fed by hand, with tweezers or just tipped onto the water's surface. Woodies provide a high protein food with beneficial roughage which is often missing in dry foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFeeding Frogs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWoodies are a nutritious and natural diet for large green tree frogs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFeeding Birds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eMany insectivorous birds will happily accept woodies as an interesting variation to their diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-horizontal\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;color:#1e2c38;font-family:tahoma, geneva, verdana, sans-serif;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"line-height:20px;float:left;width:160px;clear:left;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eSizes \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAvailable in three sizes (approximate)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdd style=\"line-height:20px;margin-left:180px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eSmall Woodies - 1cm long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eMedium Woodies - 1.5 to 2cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eLarge Woodies - 3 to 4cm long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"50 Pack","offer_id":43132800729267,"sku":"31506 - choose pack size:50 pa","price":8.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 Bulk Pack","offer_id":43132800762035,"sku":"31506 - choose pack size:2000","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/files\/medium-woodies-pisces-live-food-clone-transformed_1.jpg?v=1742356192"},{"product_id":"giant-mealworms-zophobas-morio-50g","title":"Giant Mealworms (Zophobas Morio) 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eGiant Mealworms 50g (Zophobas Morio) (Tropical species) \u003cstrong\u003eDo not refrigerate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e(Cannot ship to WA due to Quarantine Restrictions) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFreight Disclaimer \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:'trebuchet ms', helvetica, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get live Insects to buyers asap and in good condition, however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. We are based in Sydney and orders from outside Sydney have an increased risk. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during warmer months where mealworms will be in transit \u003cstrong\u003ewithout\u003c\/strong\u003e airconditioning. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. For interstate (except Melbourne) or rural orders we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available OR \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;font-family:'trebuchet ms', helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003econsider Dried Mealworms as a safer alternative (see below)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003eAbout Mealworms:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlump, nutrient-rich mealworms provide a natural insect food for birds and lizards in the aviary or garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMealworms are clean and easily handled food for many pets, and adds variety to your animals diet. Mealworms are an ideal source of protein for seed-eating birds; especially important at breeding time. Eco-gardeners believe that feeding wild-birds in their yard naturally encourages insect foraging birds to keep the garden cleaner of pests.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed mealworms straight from the container or transfer them to glass or crockery bowls with five-centimetre sides slippery sides prevent their escape. The birds will quickly learn to sort out the mealworms from the bran, especially if you only put mealworms in the bowl for the first few times.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EP Product","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43133235822771,"sku":"29876","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/products\/5720.jpg?v=1742356415"},{"product_id":"extra-small-crickets-pisces-live-food","title":"Extra Small Crickets: Pisces Live Food (50 Pack)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#b22222;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;color:#000000;\"\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get crickets to our customers asap and in good condition, however, we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during colder months where crickets will be in transit \u003cstrong\u003ewithout\u003c\/strong\u003e heating. Crickets usually require heating during colder months. Extreme hot weather also increases the risk. Strictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003eInterstate Orders\/Rural Orders -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e For all orders outside of NSW (except Melbourne) or rural orders, we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available, especially when it is very cold or hot, as the risk increases significantly during these times and quick delivery is best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORDERS WILL NOT BE SENT CLOSE TO WEEKENDS: Orders placed towards the end of the week may not be sent until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003eNot kept in stock -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eOur extra small cricket packs are special ordered every Monday morning so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week. We also order mid-week sometimes but it's best not to depend on this. Let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if it's urgent and we'll try to fast-track things if possible!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\"\u003eAustralia's most popular Live food - Pisces Live Food Crickets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003ePisces crickets are lively food that will bring out the hunting instincts of captive animals whilst providing essential protein and roughage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAll Pisces insects are free of animal hormones and organophosphates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eFree Pisces Gutload Included - The \" Original \u0026amp; Genuine \" gutload.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e To ensure your crickets have a source of moisture and nutrients, make sure you replace the carrot with a fresh piece as required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe best storage temperature for the insects is between 18º C - 25º C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAvoid exposure to poisonous fumes and cleaning supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed only enough that can be eaten immediately. Your free gutload should be fed to the insects before feeding to your pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003e- The number of crickets per packet may vary significantly from the stated pack quantities. The stated pack quantities are just estimates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43133267083443,"sku":"","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/products\/6082.jpg?v=1742356802"},{"product_id":"mealworms-pisces-live-insect-food-1","title":"Pisces Mealworms SMALL REGULAR 6000 Bulk Pack (Live)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003ePisces Mealworms SMALL REGULAR 6000 Bulk Pack (Live) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e(Cannot ship to WA due to Quarantine Restrictions) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e These are like regular mealworms but smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMealworms\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e- Plump nutrient-rich Pisces mealworms (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTenebrio molitor)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprovide a natural insect food for birds and lizards in your aviary and garden. Adds variety to diets and are an ideal source of protein for finches, robins, wagtails, other birds and reptiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePisces mealworms are clean and easily handled food for many pets, and adds variety to your animal's diet. Mealworms are an ideal source of protein for seed-eating birds; especially important at breeding time. Eco-gardeners believe that feeding wild-birds in their yard naturally encourages insect foraging birds to keep the garden cleaner of pests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#d0121a;\"\u003eDisclaimer: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#2445a2;\"\u003e(please read this 3 point disclaimer before ordering)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e1 of 3.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRisk of ordering: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe take all the measures possible to get live Insects to buyers asap and in good condition, however we accept no responsibility for insects that die during shipping. We are based in Sydney and orders from outside Sydney have an increased risk. Please consider that the risk increases significantly for interstate or rural deliveries and during warmer months where mealworms will be in transit without cooling. \u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eStrictly no refunds for insects that arrive dead.\u003c\/span\u003e For interstate (except Melbourne) or rural orders we suggest selecting the Australia Post Express freight option when available OR \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsider Dried Mealworms as a safer alternative (see below)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 of 3\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulk Orders 1kg plus:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Our 1kg, 2kg, 6kg mealworm packs are special ordered every Monday morning so please have your order in by Saturday for delivery the following week. Mealworm stock usually arrive to us on Tuesday or Wednesday and we send them to you after they have arrived (you will receive a shipment notification when your order is sent out) Let us know in the comments section (when ordering) if it's urgent and we'll try to fast-track things if possible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e3 of 3.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrders will not be sent close to weekend:\u003c\/strong\u003e If it gets too close to the end of the week we may not send your order until the following week to avoid worms being stuck at a courier depot over the weekend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile food most commonly used to feed finches, wild birds, large fish, mammals, reptiles and tortoises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBred in state of the art facilities, Pisces is a world leader in the cultivation of live mealworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Pisces mealworms are fed an organic diet and are free of any organophosphates and added growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed mealworms straight from the container or transfer them to glass or crockery bowls with five-centimetre sides slippery sides prevent their escape. The birds will quickly learn to sort out the mealworms from the bran, especially if you only put mealworms in the bowl for the first few times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many to feed: \u003c\/strong\u003eFeed once or twice a day - early in the morning and 1-2 hours before sunset. Small birds (eg: wrens and wagtails) up to 5 mealworms each meal. Medium sized birds (eg: butcherbirds and kingfishers) up to 10 per meal. Large birds (eg: magpies and kookaburras) 10-20 per meal. Avoid overfeeding. You should not make the birds dependent on you for a large part of their diet. It is unnatural and can disadvantage the birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePisces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emealworms are packed with enough food to last them for about one week at normal room temperature. They will live much longer if kept in the crisper area of the refrigerator as the cold temperature slows them down. To keep your mealworms for a longer period of time, every two weeks remove them from the refrigerator \u0026amp; allow them to warm up. Give them a small amount of apple or carrot \u0026amp; top up their unprocessed bran. After 24 hours remove the uneaten food and return them to fridge for re-use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggestion\u003c\/strong\u003e: If your planning to store the mealworms for longer then about 7 days you might want to consider topping up the food inside the mealworm container with more Bran. (see below)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How many mealworms are in the 1kg bulk pack or 100g pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eAs a rough guide, the 1 kg pack size contains about 6000 mealworms. Regarding the 100g packs: After calling Pisces I was told they did not have an estimate as they are measured by weight and the amount of worms varies from tub to tub depending on the size of the worms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. What is the size of your mealworms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eHere is a rough size guide: (based on 2 or 3 random samples we measured)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini Mealies - 14 to 16mm long (1.5mm thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMealworms - 22 to 25mm long (3mm thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperworms - 24 to 27mm long (3mm thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. I'm considering having some mealworms delivered to Townsville QLD but I am concerned about them arriving dead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA. Delivery to Townsville should be fine except in spring and summer when it gets too hot for them as mealworms need to be kept cool. When ordering from Townsville is highly recommended to select the Australian Post Express option (1 working day) as the other couriers can take 3 to 7 days which can be risky especially in hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Can these mealworms be bred?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eAfter calling the manufacturer Pisces I was told by someone that they can be bred as long as you know how to do breed them. They could not offer me any tips on how to breed them either. (1\/9\/14)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ. Are these mealworms a different species to the mini mealies and super mealworms you also sell?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e All 3 types of mealworms ie mini mealies, mealworms and super mealworms are all the same species at different life stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Do you sell dark wing (mealworm) beetles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA. I called our supplier (Pisces) and unfortunately, they don't stock these beetles. (1\/11\/17)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How many mealworms are in a 100-gram tub and do the 100 grams include the weight of the bran etc?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA. \u003c\/strong\u003eBased on the fact that the 1kg pack has about 6000 worms we could estimate that a 100-gram pack would have about 600 worms. \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eI weighed a random 100-gram pack at 220 grams so it's clear that the 100 grams is just the worms only and does not include the bran or packaging etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pisces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43133276979379,"sku":"29876","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/files\/live_mealworms1_kraken.jpg?v=1742356532"},{"product_id":"compost-worms-1","title":"Compost Worms 1000 pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCompost Worms For Worm Farm Kits and other uses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCompost Worms eat our food waste – 1000 worms in a worm farm will eat around 125 grams of food waste per day producing valuable liquid, castings and baby worms for your garden. Over time the population will increase and depending on the size of your worm farm eat more and produce more. Typical domestic worm farms like the Worm Cafe are capable of producing around 2 litres of (10:1 diluted) liquid per week, 30-40kgs of castings per year and thousands of baby worms. Great care is taken to pack our worms in damp coconut fibre in polycarbonate woven bags for good airflow within a waxed box for safe delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d0121a;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDISCLAIMER:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThere are no refunds for worms that die in transit. While it's rare that this happens, the likelihood does increase during hot summer periods (Dec to Feb). Outside these months the risk becomes very low to almost non-existent. Please consider selecting the quickest freight option like Sydney Direct or Aus Post Express during hot summer periods. Since COVID Aus Post Express has been much less reliable so you may want to consider Toll Ipec instead. Toll Ipec may be a better option for interstate but please check \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petandgarden.com.au\/content\/8-selecting-a-shipping-method\" class=\"btn btn-default\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003etransit times\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e first and only select if it's 1 or 2 days to your area at the most. The lead-up to Christmas and other holidays are especially high risk and can lead to delays and it's best not to order leading up to such holidays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWe do not guarantee how many worms are in each container. We have no way of counting them and simply sell them as we receive them from the supplier. Listed amounts are just rough estimates and NOT guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Compost Worms:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCompost worms are tireless in converting organic (food and garden) waste into worm castings (manure) which is a complete organic fertiliser for plants. Charles Darwin first demonstrated how worm castings rejuvenate and enrich the soil. His experiment with potatoes showed their roots growing directly towards the castings, searching for their fine balance of nutrients. There are three main species of compost worms also known as earthworms – Reds (eg, lumbricusrubellus) and the striped Tigers (eg, eiseniafoetida) are European imports now common in Australia, but there are over 300 native varieties including Blues (eg, Octolasion cyaneum).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe average length of composting worms is from 50 – 150mm. Worm farming at home, work, school and in the community will help reduce pollution through landfilling. Around 5% of global greenhouse gases are caused by organics in landfills; worm farming and composting can stop this pollution and return the benefits to the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWorms in worm farms like to eat most fruit and vegetable scraps but need them cut into small pieces, as they eat by sucking. Acidic foods like citrus, onion and dairy should only be used sparingly with lime or dolomite added to balance the pH. Worm farms generally produce - liquid, castings and baby worms all of which make healthy additions to your garden. Compost worms can also be used as food for other animals like birds and fish, including use as bait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDuring autumn and spring and given optimum conditions, compost worms breed rapidly and may lay a capsule (cocoon) weekly. Each capsule contains between 2 and 20 baby worms which hatch in under three weeks and reach maturity in three months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWorms are hermaphrodites (both male and female); they mate and each worm becomes pregnant at the saddle (clitellum – the lighter coloured section around 20mm below the head). To breed successfully your worm farm should be kept damp, cool, quiet and dark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How many compost worms should I buy for a new worm farm kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e The manufacturer of the worms farms recommends starting a new worm farm with at least 1000 compost worms or more ideally. However, the worms will multiply and increase in number naturally over time. We would suggest that if you have a lot of scraps to break down from the very beginning its best to get 1000 to 2000 compost worms but if you don't have much or are willing to wait for a few months to build the worm population then you could get the 500 worm pack instead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. What type or variety of compost worms do you sell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally, they are Reds and Red Tigers. They are a mixture of compost worms but mainly they are of those 2 species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eQ. I have recently bought a worm farm and have discovered that red wrigglers or tiger worms are best used rather than my usual compost worms. Is this true? And do you have these worms available?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ee got this reply from our supplier:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe worms we most usually sell are the red wrigglers, red tigers or red worms as they are commonly known - species eisenis. These are generally the best to use in worm farms as they normally live in the topsoil. As to another species that is referred to - well it depends on which species the customer is talking about. The only species of native worms that normally live in topsoil are Spenceralia aka Aussie Blues or Indian Blues also known as Excavatus. They tend to be outcompeted by the reds but can cohabit with them. So it all depends on what they are referring to\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ.  Have these compost worms been exposed to any sort of fertilizer or pesticides?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA.\u003c\/strong\u003e After asking the manufacturer I got the following answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"No direct exposure to pesticides as we do not use them during the growing or harvesting of the worms however, some foodstuffs may have been sprayed during their growth as we cannot ensure all foods are grown organically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFertiliser exposure is less straightforward an answer depending on how fertilisers are defined. We do not add chemical fertilisers or synthetics to any stage of the worms' life cycle but the main feed stocks are cow manure and food wastes and these can be viewed as fertilisers in the sense that they may, through decomposition, fertilise crops and indeed the worms and consequently the worm casting. The only other material added is dolomite which is mined calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate in a base of other fines such as silicates and which is free of heavy metals. We use only rainwater on the beds which is recirculated daily to produce worm liquid fertiliser that is rich in beneficial micro-organisms\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"EP Product","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43133305913523,"sku":"30162","price":56.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/products\/6494.jpg?v=1742356436"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6908\/0243\/collections\/Live_Insects.png?v=1789260731","url":"https:\/\/petandgarden.com.au\/collections\/live-insects.oembed","provider":"Enfield Produce","version":"1.0","type":"link"}