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Just the Facts

Your most Frequently Asked Questions & their Answers:

FEEDING YOUR CRITTERS:

Q:What can Minimealworms be fed to?

A: We Have Had Great Feedback & Success Feeding Them To:
Baby & Juvenile Bearded Dragons
All Types of Geckos
Horned Lizards
Baby & Juvenile Monitors
Tree Frogs
Dart Frogs
Small Turtles
Agamas
Anoles
Plus Many Other Varieties of Small and Juvenile Reptiles
Finches
Canaries
Guineas
Pheasants
Chickens
Cichlids
Short Tail Possums
Hedgehogs
Plus Many More!!

Q: How many Minimealworms would you recommend feeding my critter per day?

A: We suggest that each individual should use their best judgement to determine their own feeding schedule based on size, age, species and other dietary foods their critter is receiving, as each feeding situation is different.

Q: Can I use Minimealworms as a sole staple for their diet?

A: We do not recommend using Minimealworms, or for that matter, any other insect as a sole staple in a diet. A proper diet requires, among other things, variation.

SHIPPING:

Q: How do you ship?

A: We ship via USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation.

Q: What days do you ship?

A: We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only.

Q: How long will it take for my Minimealworms to arrive?

A: It will take approximately 2 - 5 days from the ship date for them to arrive. This depends on where in the country you live and any weather conditions that may affect delivery.

Q: How do I make sure that my Minimealworms are shipped the same week I place the order?

A: Since we only ship on Mondays and Tuesdays, to ensure same week ship out, please place your order so that we receive it no later than 8AM EST on Monday or 8AM EST on Tuesday.

WORM CARE:

Please visit our WORM CARE website page!

Q: How can I sift the Minimealworms out of the bran?

A: A small tea strainer can be used. Or you can put in a fresh piece of potato (or any other vegetable) and after a few minutes they will congregate under it and they can be picked up easily that way.

Q: Do Minimealworms breed using the same method as regular mealworms? If not, how do you raise them?

A: Minimealworms breeding process and care is different. Many years of time, money, and research have gone into their development. For the time being, since they are new to the pet feeder market, we are keeping the breeding process confidential.

Q: Can I store them in the fridge?

A: No, this will kill them. They must be kept at room temperature, out of extreme heat or cold.

Q: Can I use cricket gut load instead of oats or bran?

A: Yes, you can.

Q: Can I use water gels instead of potato or other vegetable for their moisture source?

A: You can use water gels, but use them with caution. They can get a bit messy and could provide conditions for mold growth.

WORM PACKAGING:

Q: Why is this fabric in my worm cup?

A: The thin fabric is for shipping purposes only and should be discarded upon arrival.

Q: What are Minimealworms packed in?

A: They are packed in bran.

Q: Are instructions included?

A: Yes, an instruction care card is included with your shipment. You can also view our WORM CARE website page.

Q: Some of my Minimealworms have escaped the cup...?!

A: This may happen. Our Minimealworms are very small and a few may escape out of the air holes in the cup. They will be contained within the shipping box and can be retrieved. Orders are substantially over-counted, to ensure you receive your full order.

Q: Why are there air holes in the cup?

A: Minimealworms must have fresh air circulation in order to survive.

Q: Are these dead worms in my cup?

A: No, these are sheds from the worms.

ORDERING:

Please visit our PAYMENT & SHIPPING INFO website page for all of the various payment options.

Q: I've emailed you, when can I expect a reply?

A: Kindly allow 48 hrs for a response. Please make sure you have provided us with a correct and active email address and that your spam filter will not prevent our emails from reaching you.

Q: Can I place my order over the phone?

A: We accept orders via our website and postal mail.

Q: Can I call you with my credit card number?

A: We are not set up to accept credit cards via phone or postal mail. We want to keep our overhead low so that we may continue to offer the Lowest Prices for our Minimealworms!

Q: What if I don't want to use PayPal?

A: We accept money orders and cashier's checks. They can be mailed to us, the address is on our PAYMENTS & SHIPPING INFO website page.

MISCELLANEOUS INFO:

Q: On your Minimealworms, do you use or feed any chemicals or hormones?

A: Absolutely not! Our Minimealworms are fed and raised 100% Naturally!

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