{"product_id":"live-mealworm-beetles","title":"Mealworm Beetles Starter Colony","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Mealworm Beetles – Tenebrio Molitor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to start or expand your colony? Our live mealworm beetles are young, healthy, and ideal for breeding mealworm beetles efficiently. Shipped at under one week old, these beetles offer maximum egg-laying capacity, supporting fast and sustainable mealworm farming for poultry or fish feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250 count\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 count\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eShipping Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped via USPS Priority (Hold For Pickup)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll orders placed by \u003cstrong\u003eSunday at 1 PM CST\u003c\/strong\u003e ship out the following Monday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe include \u003cstrong\u003e10% extra beetles\u003c\/strong\u003e to offset any loss during transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse these beetles with our \u003cstrong\u003eMealworm Growing Pods\u003c\/strong\u003e for efficient colony growth. Great for those raising poultry, fish, reptiles, or producing high-protein feed on a small or commercial scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Weather Shipping Precautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring winter months, we take extra steps to protect your live insects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat packs included as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsulated packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeated delivery vans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beetles may arrive dormant due to cold exposure. This is a natural state and not a cause for concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Revive Dormant Beetles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnpack all containers to allow airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep them at room temperature (18°C–25°C \/ 64°F–77°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid direct heat or rapid warming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently agitate bulk bags to spread the beetles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow several hours for full recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMost beetles will revive if handled with care upon arrival.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Temperature and Humidity Matter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor successful mealworm beetle egg production and colony health, maintaining the right conditions is essential:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28°C (68–80°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproper conditions can slow growth, promote mold, or attract dust mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Chickens Eat Mealworm Beetles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! Many poultry owners integrate live mealworm beetles into their flock’s diet for added protein. Just ensure moderation and proper sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoost your self-sufficiency and poultry health with high-yield, breeder-ready mealworm beetles from Live Aquaponics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 0d368b70-1096-4c8f-80c9-3d0e1404201f --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatching Time","offers":[{"title":"250 Count","offer_id":44387855007879,"sku":"MWMW4","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Count","offer_id":44387855040647,"sku":"MWMW5","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/9743\/2967\/files\/Live_Mealworm_Beetles.jpg?v=1775243801","url":"https:\/\/liveaquaponics.com\/products\/live-mealworm-beetles","provider":"Live Aquaponics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}