When ordering Live BSF larvae, shipping may appear as Standard Post, but we will always send them via Express to protect them from heat.
To get a better value on shipping fee, we recommend ordering a total order of $30+ or $50+ (and enjoy free shipping at $120+).
Live Black Soldier Fly Larvae – The Perfect Nutritional Treat for your Insectivores!
Make feeding time exciting and nourishing with 50g of live Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL). These soft-bodied feeders are a complete superfood, rich in calcium, protein, and healthy fats to keep reptiles, amphibians, birds, chickens, fish, and invertebrates thriving. Their natural movement encourages hunting instincts, keeping your pets active and engaged while delivering real nutrition.
Care Tips:
- Storage: Keep in a well-ventilated container at room temperature (18–25°C)
- Feeding: No extra food required—these little guys are low-maintenance
- Lifespan: Store for 2–3 weeks with proper care
- Note: Color can range from creamy white to dark brown depending on age - this is completely normal and doesn’t impact their nutritional value
Nutritional profile:
- 35 - 45% protein
- 5 - 8% calcium (40 - 50 times more than Mealworms')
- Phosphorus: 0.6–1.5% with Ca:P ratio: often 8–12 : 1 (excellent for reptiles, birds, breeding insects)
- Also contains: Magnesium, Potassium, Iron, and Zinc (This is why BSFL are famous as a natural calcium source)
- Amino Acids (protein quality): BSFL contain all essential amino acids, notably high lysine, threonine, valine and moderate in methionine (sometimes limiting for fish/chicken diets). These are well suited for: Fish & aquaculture Poultry Reptiles Pet food.
- Fatty Acids: High in lauric acid (C12:0) – 30–50% of total fat → linked to antimicrobial and gut-health benefits Also contains oleic, palmitic, and linoleic acids.
Packed & Shipped with Care
Raised in Brisbane, Australia on clean, plant-based diets, our larvae are packaged in dry bran and shipped express in ventilated boxes. They’ll arrive lively, healthy, and ready to feed.
Benefits of Live BSFL
✔️ Naturally high calcium for strong bones, healthy growth, and egg production
✔️ Soft-bodied and easy to digest, even for small or young pets
✔️ No hard shells or choking risk, unlike mealworms or crickets
✔️ Low maintenance, odorless, and easy to keep at room temperature
✔️ 100% natural and gut-loadable, with no fillers or additives
✔️ Stimulates natural hunting behaviour, boosting your pet’s well-being
Great For
- Poultry: Chickens, quail, duck, wild birds, guinea fowl
- Reptiles: Bearded dragon, gecko, skink
- Other insect-loving pets (frog, fish etc.)
Bring home a feeder that’s as natural as it gets. With BSFL, you’re giving your pets the nutrition they need — and the wriggly treat they love.
Shipping & Returns
We do our best to process and send out all orders quickly so you receive your products in great condition. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we’re always happy to help if something doesn’t go as planned.
Live BSF larvae are shipped Mondays and Tuesdays only to keep them healthy and prevent weekend delays. Dried goods are sent Monday to Friday.
If your order arrives damaged, missing items, or with deceased larvae, please contact us within 24 hours with photos and details — we’ll review and make it right as soon as possible.
Thank you for supporting our small local business.