Crickets: If crickets have to be held in their shipping boxes, add plenty of quartered potatoes every other day. Cut a hole in one side of the box and place potatoes between egg flats. Cover hole tightly with tape or cardboard. For extended care, call our customer service department. Notify us within 24 hours to report any dead loss.

Fly Larvae: Keep them covered (nearly airtight) and near freezing (33-36 degrees). Can be stored for several weeks. When packaging for re-sale it is important to punch only 1 or 2 pin holes in lids. Notify us within 24 hours to report any dead loss.

Mealworms: Easy to keep for weeks at 40 to 50 degrees as they are packed when you receive them. For longer storage, shake from newspaper in shipping container and place in wheat bran, middlings, or bran flakes. Punch holes in lid as they require a lot of air. Some moisture, such as lettuce, potato or apple slices, is necessary if you plan to keep for longer period of time.

Mighty Mealys: Easy to keep for weeks at 40 - 50 degrees as they are packed when you receive them. For longer storage, shake from newspaper in shipping container and place in wheat bran, middlings, bran flakes, or corn meal. Punch holes in the lid as they require a lot of air. Some moisture, such as lettuce, potato or apple slices, is necessary if you plan to keep for a longer period of time. Notify us within 24 hours after delivery to report any dead loss.

Superworms: Do not refrigerate Superworms. Store at room temperature. Notify us within 24 hours to report any dead loss. For longer storage, shake from newspaper in shipping container and place in wheat bran, middlings, bran flakes, or corn meal. Punch holes in lid as they require a lot of air. Some moisture, such as lettuce, potato or apple slices, is necessary if you plan to keep for longer period of time.

Waxworms: Store in container and same bedding as they are received at 55 to 65 degrees. Cool basement is ideal. Keep bedding dry. Notify us within 24 hours after delivery to report any dead loss.