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$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Canned Cockroaches for Medium to Large Reptiles
Product Description
Zoo Med Can O' Cockroaches contains farm-raised cockroaches suitable for medium to large-sized reptiles and amphibians. A favorite food for many reptiles, these cockroaches average 1 inch in length and are a good source of protein and energy, which are great for stimulating appetite. Feed an appropriate amount for your animal's size, but not to hatchlings or animals 3 inches and under.
Benefits
- Medium to Large Reptiles: Ideal for medium to large reptiles and amphibians, offering a feeder sized for bigger animals.
- Favorite Food Source: Described on the label as a favorite food source for many reptiles kept as pets.
- Protein and Energy: A good source of protein and energy, with at least 16.9% crude protein in the guaranteed analysis.
- Stimulates Appetite: Great for encouraging appetite in reptiles and amphibians at mealtime.
- 1 Inch Average Length: Each cockroach averages 1 inch in length, sized for medium and large animals rather than hatchlings.
- Cooked in the Can: Product details note that the cockroaches are cooked in the can, which helps lock in flavor and freshness.
- Softened Exoskeleton: The cooking method also softens the exoskeleton of each cockroach for your pet, according to product details.
Ingredients
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein, min | 16.9% |
| Crude Fat, min | 3.3% |
| Crude Fiber, max | 3.2% |
| Moisture, max | 74.9% |
Ingredient List
Farm-raised cockroaches (Periplaneta americana).
How to Use
Recommended-Dosage Chart
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Best for | Medium to large reptiles and amphibians |
| Amount | A portion suited to the size of the animal being fed. |
| Not for | Hatchlings or small animals 3 inches and under |
| Uneaten food | Discard any uneaten cockroaches after 24 hours |
| After opening | Refrigerate and use within 7 days |
Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label, and consult your veterinarian if you have any concerns about your pet's health.
Dosage & Administration Instructions
- Feed by Size: Feed an appropriate amount of cockroaches for the size of the animal you are feeding.
- Skip Small Animals: Do not use for hatchlings or small animals measuring 3 inches and under in length.
- Clear Leftovers: Discard any uneaten cockroaches from the enclosure after 24 hours rather than leaving them longer.
- Refrigerate After Opening: Refrigerate the can after opening and use the remaining contents within 7 days.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Not for Hatchlings or Small Animals: Do not feed to hatchlings or small animals 3 inches and under, as the directions specify.
- Discard Leftovers After 24 Hours: Remove and discard any uneaten cockroaches after 24 hours to keep the enclosure clean for your pet.
- Not for Human Consumption: Can O' Cockroaches is labeled not for human consumption, so store it away from household food.
Storage Information
- Refrigerate After Opening: Refrigerate the cockroaches after opening the can and use them within 7 days.
- Unopened Cans: Keep sealed cans in a cool place away from direct sunlight until ready for use.
Shipping & Return
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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What size reptile can eat Can O' Cockroaches?
Ans: These cockroaches are ideal for medium to large reptiles and amphibians. They typically measure around 1 inch long, and the instructions say not to use them for hatchlings or small animals 3 inches or under, so choose them for larger animals.
Q2: Can I feed canned cockroaches to a smaller lizard like an anole?
Ans: Product listings sometimes include smaller species, but the directions state that these 1-inch cockroaches are for medium- to large-sized reptiles and amphibians, not for hatchlings or animals 3 inches or under. Check your pet's size, and ask your veterinarian if you are unsure.
Q3: How many cockroaches should I feed my reptile?
Ans: Feed an appropriate amount of cockroaches for the size of the animal you are feeding. The directions do not list an exact number, so ask your veterinarian if you are unsure, and discard any uneaten cockroaches after 24 hours in the enclosure.
Q4: How long do canned cockroaches last after opening?
Ans: Refrigerate the can after opening and use the cockroaches within 7 days. Once offered to your pet, discard any cockroaches that remain uneaten after 24 hours, and store unopened cans in a cool, dry place until you are ready to use them.
Q5: Can canned cockroaches help a reptile with a poor appetite?
Ans: Can O' Cockroaches is described as great for stimulating appetite and as a favorite food source for many reptiles. If your reptile or amphibian has a lasting loss of appetite, have it checked by a veterinarian, since appetite changes can signal other concerns.
Q6: Are the cockroaches cooked?
Ans: Yes. Product details note that the cockroaches are cooked in the can, which helps lock in flavor and freshness. The cooking method also softens the exoskeleton, and the cockroaches are farm-raised (Periplaneta americana), the only ingredient listed for this canned food.
Q7: What is in Can O' Cockroaches?
Ans: The only listed ingredient is farm-raised cockroaches (Periplaneta americana). The guaranteed analysis shows a minimum of 16.9% crude protein and 3.3% crude fat, with a maximum of 3.2% crude fiber and 74.9% moisture. The product is not for human consumption.