Welcome to the world of high-quality live feeding. Whether you are a beginner aquarist looking to treat your large Cichlids or a reptile enthusiast, Stoffels Rose Beetle Larvae offer a premium, nutrient-dense solution for your animals’ dietary needs.

Why Choose Rose Beetle Larvae?

Unlike standard mealworms or crickets, Rose Beetle Larvae (Pachnoda marginata) are exceptionally plump and contain a high moisture content, which aids in the hydration of your pets. They are slow-moving, making them an easy target for “lazy” hunters or juvenile pets practicing their strike.

Key Benefits for Your Pets

• Rich in Calcium: Vital for bone development and preventing Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) in reptiles.

• Soft Exoskeleton: Very easy to digest compared to hard-shelled beetles or large roaches.

• Highly Palatable: Their scent and movement trigger natural hunting instincts immediately.

Care and Maintenance for Beginners

Keeping your larvae healthy until feeding time is simple:

1. Housing: Keep them in the provided ventilated box.

2. Feeding the Larvae: They primarily eat the substrate (leaf litter/soil) they come in. You can add small slices of organic carrot or apple for extra hydration.

3. Temperature: Keep them in a dark, cool spot at room temperature. Avoid refrigeration, as this can be fatal for this specific tropical species.

Feeding Instructions

For fish, drop the larvae directly into the tank one at a time to ensure they are consumed before sinking. For reptiles, offer via feeding tongs or in a shallow, smooth-sided bowl to prevent them from burrowing into the enclosure substrate.