Here at the Atomic Lizard Ranch, we cut out most of the tops that come with the containers, leaving enough of the original lid to ensure proper clamping to the containers we then purchase window screening and staple it over the opening with a staple gun. If you need to cover your superworm colony to keep it safe from children, pets, or other predators, remember to keep it well-ventilated. For a single dragon, a smaller box should be more than sufficient.
Here at the Atomic Lizard Ranch, we use two types of boxes, both plastic and available at Target or Walmart. Setting Up For Your Superworm Colony Box or Containerĭepending upon how many dragons you are feeding and how often, you will need a box big enough to ensure comfortable habitation for your colony. If you want to keep your dragon fully-stocked no matter the weather, order small (3/4”) worms in bulk in the fall and spring so that they have the longest life expectancy possible (up to 6 months with proper care and handling as outlined below). Heat and extreme cold can kill superworms so shipping in the summertime is impossible and should be held at a pickup center rather than left to the elements at your address if there are extreme temperatures in wintertime. In order to help you maintain your dragon’s health by having a healthy protein source readily available year-round, you will find helpful information in forming and maintaining a superworm colony below.
As an added bonus, this will save you a ton on shipping costs! Superworms are a strong source of nutrition for many lizards and birds, and they are vulnerable to certain environmental elements, making ordering in bulk and caring for a small colony at home almost mandatory, during certain times of the year especially. Starting, Building and Maintaining A Live Superworm Colony
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