FAQ
Are dubia roaches a good food source for my reptile?
Dubia roaches are a great food source for many reptiles. They are high in protein and calcium, and are easily digestible for most reptiles.
How do I store dubia roaches?
Dubia roaches should be stored in a well-ventilated container with egg crates or cardboard for them to climb on. They require a warm and dry environment, so keep them in a room with a temperature between 75-95°F and a humidity level of 20-60%.
How many dubia roaches should I feed my reptile?
The number of dubia roaches to feed your reptile depends on its size and appetite. As a general rule -
Leopard Gecko & Crested Gecko:
- Baby: 2-3 small size per meal, everyday
- Juveniles: 3-4 small to medium size, every other day.
- Adults: 2-3 medium or Large size, 2 - 3 times a week.
For better understanding, the amount up to their headsize will be perfect!
Bearded Dragon:
- Baby (under 10 inches long): 8-12 small dubia roaches per meal, 2-3 meals a day
- Juveniles (10 to 16 inches long): 8-12 mediums dubia roaches per meal, 2-3 meals a day
- Adults (over 16 inches long): 6-10 medium / large dubia roaches per meal, 2-3 meals a day
- Adults (over 20 inches long): 5-8 large / adult dubia roaches per meal, 1-2 meals a day
How do I gut-load dubia roaches?
Gut-loading is the process of feeding the dubia roaches a nutritious diet before feeding them to your reptile. Offer them fruits, vegetables, and commercial gut-loading products for 24-48 hours before feeding them to your reptile.
Can dubia roaches escape from their enclosure?
Dubia roaches can't climb glass or plastic surfaces. So it will be fairly easy to keep their enclosure secure with a tight-fitting lid or screen top.
How many? What Size? should I feed to my reptiles?
The number of dubia roaches to feed your reptile depends on its size and appetite.
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As a general rule -
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Leopard Gecko & Crested Gecko:
- Baby: 2-3 small size per meal, everyday
- Juveniles: 3-4 small to medium size, every other day.
- Adults: 2-3 medium or Large size, 2 - 3 times a week.
For better understanding, the amount up to their headsize will be perfect!
Bearded Dragon:
- Baby (under 10 inches long): 8-12 small dubia roaches per meal, 2-3 meals a day
- Juveniles (10 to 16 inches long): 8-12 mediums dubia roaches per meal, 2-3 meals a day
- Adults (over 16 inches long): 6-10 medium / large dubia roaches per meal, 2-3 meals a day
- Adults (over 20 inches long): 5-8 large / adult dubia roaches per meal, 1-2 meals a day
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