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Canned Silkworm Pupae

$5.99 $4.49

Exotic Nutrition's canned insects are a convenient way to incorporate quality protein into your pet's diet. The insects have been 'cooked in the can' to maintain their nutritional value, flavor, and aroma. Cooking process also softens exoskeleton of the insect for easier digestion. Offer multiple types of canned insects for diversity in the diet. Ideal supplemental food source for Sugar Gliders, Hedgehogs, Skunks, Squirrels, Wild Birds, Opossums, Turtles, Tropical fish, Reptiles, and Amphibians.

  • Silkworm pupae 'cooked in the can' to maintain nutritional value, flavor, & aroma
  • Similar nutritional values to live insects but are easier to digest & store
  • Can size 1.2 oz.(35 g)
  • Re-closable lid supplied along with feeding spoon
  • Exotic Nutrition also supplies cans of waxworms, grasshoppers, caterpillars, mealworms, snails, & crickets

Cooking process softens exoskeleton of the insect and breaks the bonds between the collagen protein to make it absorbable by your pets. Collagen is an important fiber that aids in building bone, cartilage, skin and nail structures. No live insects need to be fed in addition to these canned insects.

STORAGE: Refrigerate after opening, will store 7-10 days refrigerated.

INGREDIENTS: Silkworm Pupae (Bombyx mori)

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS: Crude Protein (min) 15.0%, Crude Fiber (max) 2.3%, Crude Fat (min), 5.6%, Moisture (max) 76.0%

Customer Reviews

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Jenna Maire
Started to mold.

A little over a week after opening it there was mold growing, my skink really liked it before that started happening.

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Tina

I just love this store great help and always have what I need

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Joelwise99
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My hedgehogs barley touched them, I don't know if it was the smell or taste. I threw both cans away.-,Joel W
[Response from Seller: Thank you for your review. We’re sorry to hear that your pet(s) aren't eating the food as expected. If you'd like tips on introducing new foods, please reach out to our friendly customer service team using the link at the bottom of the website for assistance.]

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Kris87
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Sammie, my African Pygmy hedgehog, does not like this. Bought him something different to try and won't be buying this item again. Was well packaged and appeared fresh. No fault of the product. Simply didn't work for my guy. -Crystal S
[Response from Seller: Thank you for your review. We’re sorry to hear that your pet(s) aren't eating the food as expected. If you'd like tips on introducing new foods, please reach out to our friendly customer service team using the link at the bottom of the website for assistance.]

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Francis
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Sugar gliders love these but the price is very high. - Francis

[Response from Seller: Thank you for your review. We’re happy to hear that your gliders love Canned Silkworm Pupae. We apologize that the pricing is not as you may have expected. Please reach out to our friendly customer service team using the link at the bottom of the website for assistance. We hope to hear from you soon!]

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