Beetles

Beetles Buying Guide

At Northampton Reptile Centre, we only stock high-quality, ethically bred beetles and larvae to support the health of your reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. After testing multiple suppliers, we’ve selected the most active and nutritious beetles on the market, backed by our live arrival guarantee.

Our beetles livefood include Bean Weevils, a small species ideal for tiny reptiles, leopard geckos, and amphibians. The larvae feed within dried beans or pulses and emerge as adult beetles, measuring just a millimetre or so - perfect for micro-feeders and bioactive terrariums. These beetles make a great occasional treat to diversify your pet’s live food intake, alongside staples like crickets, mealworms, or fruit beetle grubs. Simply add to your cart, subscribe, and enjoy fast delivery straight to your door.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I keep beetles alive?

Keep beetles livefood, such as Bean Weevils, in a well-ventilated container with access to dried beans or pulses as a food source. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. This setup supports their full lifecycle and ensures a healthy supply of both adult beetles and larvae for feeding small reptiles, invertebrates, and bioactive setups.

Why are fruit beetle grubs a great food source for reptiles and amphibians?

Fruit beetle grubs are an excellent addition to a varied diet, offering high protein, moisture, and fat content that’s ideal for bearded dragons, leopard geckos, and many exotic pets. Bred under ethical conditions, they’re feeder insects that support healthy growth and natural feeding behaviours when used alongside staples like crickets, mealworms, and locusts.

What are the ideal conditions to store beetles?

Store beetles in a small tub with a layer of dried beans or other organic matter for the larvae to feed on. Keep them at room temperature in a dark, dry area to avoid excess moisture, which can lead to spoilage. Proper care helps extend their lifespan and ensures they’re ready to feed when your pets need them.

What other live food insects does Reptile Centre stock?

Besides beetles, Northampton Reptile Centre sells a range of live food in various sizes and bulk bags. This includes black crickets, locusts, silent brown crickets, cockroaches, mealworms, waxworms, flies and grubs.