Looking at swapping feeders about...

[didgetspatch]

My three leos are currently on a mealworms with the occasional waxworm or two for a treat. The thing is I think they're getting a bit bored of mealworms and I'm thinking of introducing a new feeder to give them a bit of variation. Unfortunately roaches and crickets aren't an option (I'm currently back at my parents and mum's put her foot down - d'oh!) so I was thinking about the possibility of pheonix worms, silkworms and butterworms. I've found a website for the UK that sells silkworms and butterworms and just wondered if anyone could give me a bit more information about them? Am I right in thinking that butterworms should be treated the same as waxworms in the way that they're only given as a treat? I realise that silkworms are slightly more expensive than other feeders but I don't mind all that much. Do I have to gutload silkworms with anything specific or can I use bug gel and carrots etc. the same way I do with mealworms? Do either butterworms or silkworms need to be stored in the fridge for longevity? Do I still dust them the same as mealies with nutrabol and calcium? (Obviously alternative feedings and not together).
Sorry for all the questions but I want to get as much information as possible before I order them when I get paid next week. All help is appreciated

 

[animeavatar]

Silkworms can only eat mulberry leaves or silkworm chow. You don't have to put them in the fridge. They also need to be dusted but they have more nutrients than a lot of feeders. You can breed them when they turn into moths( that can't fly). Here is a good website that has info: http://www.silkwormshop.com/silkworm_info.html

Butterworms don't need to be fed, you should put them in the fridge and yes they are fatty like waxworms but high in calcium. You can't breed them because when they are shipped out of Chile, they do something to make sure there are no parasites and stuff like that. The side effect is that they can't breed.

You can also use Google for info.

 

[fl_orchidslave]

Superworms are a good staple feeder.