Locusts as Reptile Food

Our locusts make up part of the primary staple diet of many reptile and amphibian diets. They are easy to catch, highly nutritious and quite easy to digest making them perfect for daily feeding. They are dispatched directly from the breeder and will be gut-loaded before packing to make sure that they are as nutritious as possible on arrival.

Medium locusts are the perfect size for small dragons, lizards, geckos, fish, frogs and many insectivorous invertebrates (e.g. mantis and tarantulas). We use them in the store to feed our toads, juvenile geckos, juvenile dragons, tree frogs and baby turtles, their medium size being just right for a variety of species.

You'll love them because:

• We guarantee freshness or your money back.

• They are farm-bred in ethical conditions.

• They are pre-fed to ensure your reptile is getting a healthy and nutritious meal.

• Delivered straight to your door in good time.

Packaging

This product arrives in a ventilated plastic tub containing a section of egg-box cardboard. Small air holes along the sides provide airflow while keeping the insects safely contained.

The egg-box increases surface area, giving the insects space to spread out and reducing the risk of overcrowding or trampling. In warmer months, the outer cardboard box may have extra perforations for cooling.

In colder months, we may include a plain white heat pack to help maintain a suitable temperature during transit.

Feeding Guide

If you want to keep the locusts as nutritious as possible, we recommend feeding them a healthy diet right up until you’re ready to serve your pet.

• Offer fresh leafy greens, carrots, squash, or sweet potato, all rich in hydration and essential nutrients.

• You can also use specialist insect foods or gut-loading diets to boost their nutritional value for your reptile.

• Remove uneaten food every day to keep the enclosure clean and prevent mould or decay.

Well-fed medium locusts are an excellent food source for your reptile. Not too big and not too small, they help support your reptile’s health and digestion.

For more information on their diet please consult our livefood care sheet. If you’re looking for other types of reptile food, we also stock frozen, animal-specific, vegetation and supplement options.

Animal Suitability

We recommend medium locust for the following animal types:

• Tree Frogs

• Toads

• Juvenile dragons

• Juvenile geckos

• Tarantulas

• Juvenile turtles

If you want to keep the locust as nutritious as possible we would recommend you continue to feed them on a nutritious vegetable diet or with insect foods. For more information on the diet please consult our livefood caresheet.

Care Instructions

Keep your medium locusts in the tub they arrive in, stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, cold draughts, and damp conditions. Ensure the container remains dry and well-ventilated to help them survive longer.

Feed them fresh vegetable matter such as leafy greens, carrot, or insect-safe gut-loading food. This keeps them hydrated and boosts their nutritional value as a food source for your pets. Remove uneaten food daily to prevent mould and maintain cleanliness. Avoid overcrowding if transferring them to another container or combining tubs. 

Livefood Freshness Guarantee

We know how important it is to have fresh, reliable live food delivered on time. That’s why we ship livefood five days a week using fast, trusted couriers. Most orders are packed on the same day they're dispatched and sent straight from the breeder, so they arrive in the best condition possible.

However, delivery can take a day or two, and sometimes things don’t go perfectly in transit. For your peace of mind, we have implemented the Livefood Freshness Guarantee! If your livefood doesn’t arrive in the best condition, or there is an issue with the size or quality, get in touch with our team and we’ll resolve it for you.