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Zoo Med Can O' Mealworms

Zoo Med Can O' Mealworms offers a convenient, shelf-stable alternative to live mealworms, making it a solid staple for reptile keepers and bird enthusiasts who want a mess-free feeding option.

4.3
Basking Bay score
Build4.5
Ease of use4.6
Value4.4
  • No live insects needed
  • Long shelf life
  • High protein snack

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Overview

What it is and who it suits

Zoo Med Can O' Mealworms offers a convenient, shelf-stable way to provide your reptile, amphibian, or bird with a natural, protein-packed food source without the hassle of maintaining a live insect colony. Each can is packed with real mealworms that have been cooked and preserved using a natural process, locking in nutrients while eliminating the need for refrigeration until opened. This makes it an ideal pantry staple for reptile keepers who want a reliable backup to live feeders or a primary food source for species that readily accept non-moving prey items.

Suitable for a wide variety of insectivorous and omnivorous pets, including bearded dragons, leopard geckos, turtles, tortoises, and even wild birds, this product delivers the same high-quality nutrition Zoo Med is known for in a format that's mess-free and easy to portion. The mealworms retain their natural shape, texture, and nutritional value, offering a satisfying feeding response in pets that recognize the familiar look of this classic feeder insect. Because they're canned rather than freeze-dried, the mealworms maintain a moisture content closer to their live counterparts, which can be beneficial for hydration-conscious feeding routines.

Zoo Med Can O' Mealworms is also a practical solution for reptile and exotic pet owners who travel, experience supply gaps in live feeders, or simply want to diversify their pet's diet with a convenient alternative. The resealable can allows for easy storage after opening, and the long shelf life before opening makes it a smart choice for stocking up in advance. Whether used as a staple feeding option or an occasional supplement to a live-prey diet, this product reflects Zoo Med's commitment to supporting the health and natural feeding behaviors of captive reptiles, amphibians, and exotic pets.

What stands out

  1. 01Real dried mealworms in a convenient can
  2. 02High protein content for reptile, bird, and fish diets
  3. 03Sealed can keeps contents fresh for long shelf life
  4. 04Easy-to-open pull-tab lid
  5. 05No refrigeration needed until opened
  6. 06Suitable for bearded dragons, leopard geckos, turtles, and wild birds

Specifications

The numbers that matter

Net Weight1.2 oz (34 g)
Protein ContentApprox. 53% crude protein
Shelf LifeUp to 3-4 years unopened
PackagingResealable metal can
Recommended ForReptiles, amphibians, birds, fish

Pros & cons

Where it shines, where it doesn't

What we like

  • Long shelf life compared to live mealworms
  • No mess, no escaping insects
  • Convenient portion control for feeding
  • Great source of protein and fat
  • Loved by a wide variety of reptiles and birds
  • Easy to store and transport

Watch out for

  • Some picky eaters may prefer live mealworms
  • Strong odor once opened
  • Not nutritionally complete on its own, needs gut-loading or supplementation
  • Can be slightly oily/greasy to handle
4.3

The verdict

Zoo Med Can O' Mealworms offers a convenient, shelf-stable alternative to live mealworms, making it a solid staple for reptile keepers and bird enthusiasts who want a mess-free feeding option. While it shouldn't replace a varied diet entirely, it's an excellent supplemental protein source that many pets readily accept.
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