2lb Chubby Dried Black Soldier Fly Larvae High Calcium Treats for Chickens
Calci-worms
Chubby Dried CalciWorms are comparable to dried mealworms but have a much higher nutritional value. They have between 23 to 61 times more calcium 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
Packaging & Ingredients
Packaging
Depending on the size, the Calci-worms will either come in a small plastic tub or in clear plastic polythene bags.
Remember that the bigger the pack of dried mealworms you purchase the cheaper the price per Kg becomes.
Typical Analysis
Protein >35%, Fat 37%, Calcium 0.71%, Phosphorus 0.76%
Energy Value ( Kcal): 540kcal/100g
Energy kj (calculated): 2300 kj/100g
High in Calcium
Calcium 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 Calci worms as a treat is an excellent way to increase these vital nutrients and we can assure you, they will soon become a favourite!
What are Calci-worms?
Calci –worms are in fact the larvae of the Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens). Despite carrying a somewhat aggressive sounding name, they are harmless and when alive and do not 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.
Long lasting
This is why Dried Calci-Worms have such a high nutritional value. Although you can buy live calci worms, dried calci worms are just as good with the added benefit of easy and long lasting storage.
Dried Calci Worms are also a lot better for anyone that is a little squeamish!
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Shipping
All orders are shipped via Canada Post and are fully insured and trackable. Tracking details will be sent to you as soon as an order is despatched.
As all orders ship from Toronto, it can take a while for orders to get over to the West Coast but as you can track the orders you will know when to expect your Chubby Mealworms.