Mealworm "substrate"

[Ghostoftangerine17]

I'm trying to set up a tub of mealworms so that I can hopefully breed them, but the universally recommended oatmeal isn't really available for me to use. It's not a normal product in Japan and often costs a lot.

There is breading at very cheap prices which would normally be used for putting on meet to be deep fried. Would this be an acceptable alternative?

 

[SC Geckos]

Some people I have read use rice crispies. I guess bread crumbs will work as long as there is no seasoning or additives.

 

[acpart]

Gecko Time dealt with that question from someone in Cambodia in one of our "Readers' Questions Answered" articles. The person who responded is from Hong Kong. You can read the question (second question of the article) and response here: Reader?s Question Answered: Mealworms with a Twist | Gecko Time

Aliza

 

[Ghostoftangerine17]

Hmm, interesting. Didn't know that article was on your site and it was a great read! Might look into ordering that because I have no blender...

 

[j&k lemmy]

Me & my ol lady have used biscuits & bread heels in our bedding. Also we have used freeze dried fruits......they don' t mold or draw gnats