{"product_id":"4lb-chubby-dried-black-soldier-fly-larvae","title":"4LB Chubby Dried Black Soldier Fly Larvae","description":"\u003ch3\u003e4lb Chubby Dried Black Soldier Fly Larvae\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChubby Dried Black Soldier Fly Larvae are comparable to dried mealworms but have a \u003cstrong\u003emuch higher nutritional value\u003c\/strong\u003e. They have \u003cstrong\u003e23 to 61 times more calcium\u003c\/strong\u003e than other commonly fed feeder insects and naturally feature a well balanced calcium-phosphorus ratio. Research has shown that natural feed with balanced Ca:P ratios increases animal health and contributes to stronger bones and shiny feathers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially important for laying birds such as chickens. Lack of calcium can result in poor laying, soft shells and can cause behaviour problems such as egg eating as the chicken tries to recoup the much needed calcium. Feeding the \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Soldier Fly Larvae\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eas a treat \u003c\/strong\u003eis an excellent way to increase these vital nutrients and we can assure you, they will soon become a favourite! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite carrying a somewhat aggressive sounding name, the Black Soldier Fly is harmless and cannot bite. During its larva phase, which lasts a few weeks, it feeds off various kinds of organic material, converting this to proteins. The adult fly is able to entirely live off the nutritional reserves it had built up as a larva. This is why Dried Black Soldier Fly have such a high nutritional value. Our Dried Black Soldier Fly are \u003cstrong\u003e100% natural\u003c\/strong\u003e and farmed under GMP (good manufacturing practice) conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA whole variety of animals love the \u003cstrong\u003enatural goodness\u003c\/strong\u003e in all our 'Chubby' products including wild birds, reptiles, fish, hedgehogs, budgies, sugar gliders and many more. Although you can buy live calci worms, dried Black Soldier Fly are just as good with the added benefit of easy and long lasting storage. Dried Black Soldier Fly are also a lot better for anyone that is squeamish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Chubby?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere at Chubby Mealworms we work closely with our trusted suppliers to ensure that our dried mealworms and other products are of the highest quality. As a team, our aim is to provide 100% customer satisfaction which is why we are the number one supplier of dried mealworms. If you want to learn more about where we source our mealworms \u003ca style=\"font-size: 15px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chubbymealworms.com\/pages\/chubby-dried-mealworm-information\"\u003eread here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4lb of Chubby Dried Mealworms come packed in 2x 2lb clear plastic re-sealable bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember that the bigger the pack of dried mealworms you purchase the cheaper the price per lb becomes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Protein (min) 45%, Crude Fat (min) 35%, Crude Fiber (max) 8%, Moisture (max) 8%, Calcium (min) 3%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNot suitable for human consumption\u003cbr\u003eA product of China - Lovingly grown in the Shandong province\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Chubby Mealworms USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59673405816913,"sku":"CPP600654","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/6327\/0481\/files\/4lbBSFL-NEW.jpg?v=1781867530","url":"https:\/\/www.petave.com\/products\/4lb-chubby-dried-black-soldier-fly-larvae","provider":"PetAve","version":"1.0","type":"link"}