Description
Locusts as Reptile Food
Our locusts are part of the main livefood diet of many reptile and amphibian diets. They are easy to catch, highly nutritious and quite easy to digest, making them perfect for daily feeding. They are dispatched directly from the breeder and will be gut-loaded before packing to make sure that they are as nutritious as possible on arrival.
Large locusts are the perfect size for dragons, lizards, geckos, fish, frogs and many insectivorous invertebrates (e.g. mantis and tarantulas). In the store we use the large locusts to feed our toads, geckos, juvenile dragons, tree frogs and juvenile turtles.
You'll love them because:
- We guarantee freshness or your money back.
- They are farm-bred in ethical conditions.
- They are pre-fed to ensure your reptile is getting a healthy and nutritious meal.
- Delivered straight to your door in good time.
Packaging
This product comes in a ventilated plastic tub with a section of egg-box cardboard inside. The small air holes allow for airflow while keeping the insects secure.
The egg-box gives them more space to spread out, helping to prevent overcrowding. During warmer months, the outer cardboard box may include extra perforations for cooling.
In colder months, we’ll often add a heat pack to help maintain a safe temperature in transit.
Feeding Guide
If you want to keep the locusts as nutritious as possible, we recommend feeding them a healthy diet right up until they're fed to your pet.
- Offer fresh leafy greens, carrots, squash, or sweet potatoes; these provide hydration and essential nutrients.
- You can also use specialist insect foods or gut-loading diets to boost their nutritional value for your reptile.
- Remove any uneaten food daily to keep the enclosure clean and prevent mould or decay.
Well-fed locusts make for excellent food and are far more beneficial, helping support your reptile’s health and digestion. For more information on their diet please consult our >livefood care sheet. If you’re looking for other types of reptile food, we also stock frozen, animal-specific, vegetation and supplement options.
Animal Suitability
We recommend large locusts for the following animal types:
- Tree Frogs
- Toads
- Juvenile dragons
- Juvenile geckos
- Tarantulas
- Juvenile turtles
Care Instructions
Keep adult or large locusts in packaging at room temperature, away from direct sunlight or draughts. Add fresh food at regular intervals to keep them healthy and active.
Avoid overcrowding, especially if you're housing them with other locusts or crickets.
Looking after your live food properly helps ensure your lizard or other pet gets the best nutrition possible.
Livefood Freshness Guarantee
We know how important it is to have fresh, reliable live food delivered on time. That’s why we ship livefood five days a week using fast, trusted couriers. Most orders are packed on the same day they're dispatched and sent straight from the breeder, so they arrive in the best condition possible.
However, delivery can take a day or two, and sometimes things don’t go perfectly in transit. For your peace of mind, we have implemented the Livefood Freshness Guarantee! If your livefood doesn’t arrive in the best condition, or there is an issue with the size or quality, get in touch with our team, and we’ll resolve it for you.
