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Peanut Beetle Starter Culture

Peanut Beetle Starter Culture

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A Superfood for Your Aquatic and Terrestrial Pets

(Ulomaides Dermestoides)

Elevate the nutritional intake of your aquatic, reptilian, and amphibian companions with our Premium Peanut Beetles. As a natural part of the Tenebrioninae subfamily of Darkling Beetles, these nutrient-rich insects are an exceptional choice for promoting the well-being of your pets.

Key Features:

  • Nutritional Composition: Our Peanut Beetle larvae are power-packed with nutrients, featuring about 55% crude protein, 18% crude fat, 3% ash, and 24% carbohydrates. With a significant amino acid content of 47.4 grams per 100 grams, they are a superb food source for fish, amphibians, birds, and reptiles.

  • Life Cycle and Reproduction: Experience the wonder of nature with our Peanut Beetles' life cycle, including stages from egg to larva, pupa, and beetle. This continuous cycle promises a steady stream of nutritious larvae.

  • Easy to Cultivate: Our starter culture is designed for ease, containing a dozen adult Peanut Beetles, larvae, and a small amount of media. They thrive in a transparent container with a 1-2 inch (25-50 mm) deep oatmeal or bran-based bedding, topped with one layer of raw peanuts, and maintained at 73°-83° Fahrenheit (22°-28° Celsius) for optimal growth.

Size1,000-12,000 µ

Care Level: Ideal for both beginners and experienced pet owners, Peanut Beetles are simple to rear and maintain.

Our Premium Peanut Beetles are your gateway to enhanced pet health and vitality. Ideal for breeders, hobbyists, or newcomers, they are the perfect nutritional addition to your pets' diet. Transform your pets' meals into a source of natural, potent nourishment!

Each pack is equipped with at least a dozen adult beetles, with larvae and egg-rich media culture.

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