Live Mealworms – Tenebrio Molitor (USA Only)
Farm-Raised in Missouri | Fresh, Nutrient-Rich Protein for Poultry
Looking to buy live mealworms for your chickens or poultry? Our live Tenebrio Molitor mealworms, averaging ¾" in length, are raised in Missouri on wheat bran and hydrated with water gel crystals. Each order is packed fresh with 10% extra mealworms to ensure safe arrival.
🐥 Product Highlights:
- Live mealworms – Tenebrio Molitor species
- Born and raised in Missouri, fed with wheat bran & water gel
- Shipped under one week old for maximum freshness
- Pack sizes: 500 or 1,000 count (USA only)
- Shipping: USPS Priority (Hold For Pickup)
- Orders placed by Sunday 1 PM CST ship Monday
- 10% extra mealworms included with every order
- Ideal for use with Mealworm Growing Pods
❄️ Cold Weather Advisory
Mealworms may appear lifeless during cold weather due to dormancy. This is normal. Follow these care steps to revive them:
- Unpack immediately and ensure airflow
- Keep at room temperature (18–25°C / 64–77°F)
- Do not use direct heat – warming too fast can kill them
- Gently agitate bulk bags and lay them flat
- Allow several hours for full recovery
✅ 99% of mealworms recover if treated correctly.
🌡️ Storage & Growth Tips
- Ideal Temperature: 20–28°C (68–80°F)
- Ideal Humidity: 50–70%
- Avoid high humidit
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