The Perfect Start for Your Exotic Pets

Welcome to the world of exotic pet keeping! If you are a beginner aquarist or herpetologist, choosing the right “first food” can be daunting. Stoffels Domesticus Crickets are the industry gold standard for a reason. Unlike some larger or tougher feeder insects, these Size 2 crickets are specifically bred to be soft-bodied, ensuring your pet can swallow and digest them without risk of impaction.

Why Choose Stoffels Domesticus?

• Highly Active: These crickets move naturally, triggering the hunting instinct in your pets. This provides essential mental stimulation and physical exercise.

• Optimal Nutrition: Acheta domesticus is naturally rich in protein. When “gut-loaded” (fed nutritious foods before being given to your pet), they become a powerful multivitamin for your reptile.

• Convenient Packaging: The bulk box is designed for short-term housing, featuring ventilation to ensure the insects arrive healthy and remain vigorous until feeding time.

Beginner’s Guide: How to Use Size 2 Crickets

1. Feeding: Only offer as many crickets as your pet can consume within 15 minutes. Excess crickets left in an enclosure can sometimes stress or nibble on a sleeping pet.

2. Gut Loading: For maximum health benefits, feed the crickets slices of carrot or specialized cricket diet 24 hours before feeding them to your pet.

3. Hydration: Use a “gel” water source or a damp sponge in the cricket box to keep them hydrated without the risk of them drowning.

4. Temperature: Keep the box in a cool, dark place (around 20°C) to extend their lifespan.

Compatibility

These Size 2 crickets are perfect for:

• Bearded Dragon Hatchlings

• Small Gecko species (e.g., Crested or Leopard Geckos)

• Dart Frogs and young Tree Frogs

• Small Invertebrates and Praying Mantids