Dried Grasshoppers
Scientific Name: Locusta migratoria
One-Sentence Hook: Nutrient-dense, large-sized insect protein offering excellent crunch, high chitin, and optimal calcium-to-phosphorus ratios for reptiles and specialty pets.
Why Choose Our Dried Grasshoppers?
Optimal Foraging Stimulation
Intact, large-sized body structures trigger natural hunting and foraging instincts in reptiles and large exotic pets.
Rich in Natural Chitin
The exoskeleton provides a highly bioavailable source of chitin, promoting healthy digestion and gut biome balance in target species.
100% Pesticide-Free Sourcing
Reared in controlled, enclosed agricultural environments fed with clean, pesticide-free fresh grasses to ensure absolute chemical safety.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutritional & Physical Parameter | Guaranteed Value (Typical) |
| Crude Protein | ≥ 50.0% |
| Crude Fat | ≥ 15.0% |
| Moisture | ≤ 8.0% |
| Crude Ash | ≤ 6.0% |
| Intact Body Rate | ≥ 90.0% |
| Pathogen Guarantee | Salmonella Free & E. coli Free |
Rich in calcium, iron and zinc, ideal as whole-prey nutrition for insectivorous animals.
Primary Applications
- 🦎 Reptile & Amphibian Nutrition
An excellent staple or treat for bearded dragons, monitor lizards, tegus, and large amphibians, offering optimal crunch and calcium absorption.
- 🦜 Large Ornamental Birds
Highly palatable natural reward for macaws, parrots, and insectivorous zoo species.
- 🦔 Small Mammals & Exotics
Premium nutritional enrichment for hedgehogs, sugar gliders, and captive primates.
Packaging & Supply Chain Logistics
Standard Packaging: 5kg/10kg bulk corrugated cartons with crush-proof inner PE liners to protect intact insect structures during transit.
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 500 kg for commercial trial orders.
Shelf Life & Storage: 12 to 18 months in a cool, dry, and dark storage facility.
Export Documents: Full trace-ability and sanitary clearance documents provided.
Source Premium Whole-Prey Insect Protein for Your Brand
Our clean-fed dried locusts are perfect for high-end pet and specialty feed brands. Contact us for custom sizing, private label options and bulk pricing.