FAQ
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What can eat Black Soldier Fly larvae?
Reptiles, birds, fish, spiders... If it's an insectivore or insects compose a portion of its diet, it can eat black soldier fly larvae.
How should my larvae be stored?
If you are going to use all of your larvae in the next 2 weeks then you can keep them at room temperature.
If you'd like to store them for more than 2 weeks, store them at 55˚F. They will go dormant at this temperature.
What size larvae is right?
Most animals can safely eat something as big as the space between their eyes.
Why are my larvae turning dark brown or black?
Black soldier fly larvae turn dark brown or black as they get ready to pupate into adults.
My larvae didn't survive shipping, what should I do?
Contact us immediately. We stand by our Satisfaction and Live Delivery Guarantees!
Should I calcium dust my larvae before feeding?
It's not necessary. Black Soldier Fly larvae are naturally high in calcium!
*Black Soldier Fly larvae are not intended to treat Metabolic Bone Disease.
Can Black Soldier Fly larvae be used as a main protein source?
Absolutely! Black Soldier Fly larvae can replace crickets, mealworms, Dubia roaches, etc.
Where are you located?
We're located in Sonoma County, California.
What do you feed your larvae?
We feed our larvae high quality, nutritious, AAFCO approved feed ingredients. We formulate our feedstock in house based on local surplus foods. With every larva you feed, you and your critter help the earth!
Where are the larvae raised?
We raise our larvae in Sonoma County, California.
When do you ship?
We ship business days. For more info please see our shipping policy.
How do you estimate emission reduction and food waste numbers?
Based on the information in these two studies:
Black Soldier Fly biowaste treatment – Assessment of global warming potential
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The CO2eq avoided metric is in comparison to aerostatic composting. We avoid even more emissions when compared to landfilling organic waste.
The lightbulb estimate is based on a household LED light bulb.
Other Questions?
We'd love answer any additional questions!