How to Feed Mealworms

Mealworms are deficient in calcium and high in phosphorus. Here's how to balance out their diets.

Things You'll Need

  • Bran Cereal
  • Fruits
  • Vegetables
  • Osteoform (calcium Powder)
  • Plastic Bowls
  • Plastic Containers
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Instructions

    • 1

      Line a jar or plastic container with bran cereal.

    • 2

      Place mealworms on top of bran cereal.

    • 3

      Cut fresh fruits and vegetables such as apples, carrots and yams into 1-inch chunks.

    • 4

      Sprinkle calcium and vitamin D powder onto chunks of fruits and vegetables and place in container.

    • 5

      Avoid placing container in refrigerator. Mealworms eat less during refrigeration.

    • 6

      Replenish fruits and vegetables every two days.

    • 7

      Replenish bran weekly.