{"product_id":"peanut-beetle-culture-for-live-feeder-larvae-2-oz-starter-colony-for-small-fish-frogs-geckos-and-spiders","title":"Peanut Beetle Culture for Live Feeder Larvae, 2 oz Starter Colony for Small Fish, Frogs, Geckos and Spiders","description":"\u003cp\u003eA peanut beetle culture keeps soft-bodied feeder larvae close at hand for small fish, frogs, geckos, mantises, jumping spiders and tarantula spiderlings. The starter colony arrives in a lidded cup containing fresh peanuts and oats, plus a mixture of adults, larvae and eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimple care and fast reproduction make this culture practical for pet parents who regularly need tiny live prey. Instructions are included for maintaining the colony or allowing it to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe colony continually produces larvae, supporting a steady feeding routine without requiring a new culture for every meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeanut beetles are easy to care for and reproduce quickly, making it straightforward to replenish the larval supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small colony can remain in its original cup for months, keeping the setup compact when space is limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe culture is odorless, which makes it easier to keep near your pet-care area at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlightless, biteless beetles and easy-to-harvest larvae make routine handling more manageable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe soft-bodied larvae resemble tiny mealworms and suit a range of small pets, including bettas, dart frogs, crested geckos, baby chameleons, mantises and young arachnids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentification: Coleoptera, Ulomoides dermestoides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCup size: 2 oz lidded cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCulture food: Fresh peanuts and oats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded life stages: Adult beetles, larvae and eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarval nutrition: Approximately 55% protein and 18% fat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeder stage: Larvae only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult beetle warning: Do not use adults as feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult beetles are difficult to digest and have a bitterant defense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare guide: Colony maintenance and growth instructions are included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping: Express or Overnight service must be selected at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree-shipping eligibility: Excluded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer only the larvae as feeders; adult beetles are difficult to digest and use a bitterant defense. Select Express or Overnight shipping at checkout, then follow the included care instructions to maintain or grow this compact live-food colony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cattytonic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44656858988647,"sku":"SHP-7869-9AF5C8","price":28.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/6209\/8279\/files\/10366967447869-main-001.png?v=1789755491","url":"https:\/\/cozypawwear.com\/products\/peanut-beetle-culture-for-live-feeder-larvae-2-oz-starter-colony-for-small-fish-frogs-geckos-and-spiders","provider":"CozyPaw Wear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}