{"product_id":"hornworm-feeder-cup-extra-large-live-feeders-for-insectivorous-and-omnivorous-reptiles-amphibians-and-invertebrates","title":"Hornworm Feeder Cup, Extra-Large Live Feeders for Insectivorous and Omnivorous Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hornworm feeder cup contains live Manduca sexta larvae and hornworm food for feeding insectivorous and omnivorous reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Each cup holds the selected count.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHornworms grow quickly and may be shipped smaller than the pictured size to help them arrive in good condition. Allow them time to grow before feeding if needed, and monitor the food supply as they develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse captive feeder hornworms only. Never feed wild hornworms to pets because the plants they consume in nature can be toxic and may make pets seriously ill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe included cup serves as a functioning hornworm enclosure. Place it with the lid facing down so the larvae can crawl up the screen toward their food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inverted position allows waste to fall onto the lid for easier cleaning. Keep airflow around the lid to maintain adequate ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth rate can be managed through temperature: keep hornworms at 80°F or above for faster growth, around 72°F for normal growth, or around 50°F for slower growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHornworms generally have a good calcium-to-phosphorus ratio, so calcium dusting is typically unnecessary before feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: Manduca sexta, the larval form of the hawk moth or sphinx moth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents: Selected quantity of live hornworms and hornworm food in a feeder cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount variants: 3ct, 6ct, and 9ct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare orientation: Position the cup with the lid facing down and maintain airflow around the lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding guidance: Include hornworms in a varied insect rotation rather than feeding them as the sole feeder. Heavy hornworm feeding may cause runny stools because they are lower in protein and fiber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eMonitor the food as the hornworms grow, add more hornworm food when needed, and include them as one part of a varied feeder-insect diet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DubiaRoaches.com","offers":[{"title":"3ct","offer_id":50315996659815,"sku":"SHP-6575-F8CD16","price":27.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6ct","offer_id":50315996692583,"sku":"SHP-6575-E95720","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9ct","offer_id":50315996725351,"sku":"SHP-6575-1EB441","price":32.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/6209\/8279\/files\/8197806096575-main-001.jpg?v=1790220372","url":"https:\/\/cozypawwear.com\/products\/hornworm-feeder-cup-extra-large-live-feeders-for-insectivorous-and-omnivorous-reptiles-amphibians-and-invertebrates","provider":"CozyPaw Wear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}