Can Leopard Geckos Eat Dubia Roaches?
| Protein | 23.4% |
| Fat | 7.2% |
| Moisture | 65.6% |
| Ca:P ratio | 0.31 |
The gold standard. Highest protein of common feeders, low fat, and a Ca:P ratio that blows crickets and mealworms out of the water at 0.31 — still needs dusting but a much better base. Cannot climb smooth surfaces, no smell, near-silent, and will live up to 2 years as nymphs. Gut-loads exceptionally well due to a large digestive tract. Cannot be shipped to Florida.
See the full feeder insects guide, or browse all 593 info pages.
Yes. Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Phoenix Worm) is a staple feeder for leopard geckos. The only feeder insect with a Ca:P ratio approaching the ideal 2:1 — Phoenix Worm brand comes in at 1.52:1, making it the single best natural calcium source available.
Yes. Crickets is a staple feeder for leopard geckos. High protein and low fat make crickets nutritionally solid, but a Ca:P ratio of just 0.08 means dusting is non-negotiable.
Yes. Discoid Roaches is a staple feeder for leopard geckos. Nearly identical profile to dubia roaches and an excellent alternative.
Yes. Mealworms is a supplement feeder for leopard geckos. Protein is decent but fat is considerably higher than dubia or crickets, and the Ca:P ratio of 0.04 is the worst of common feeders.
Yes. Superworms is a supplement feeder for leopard geckos. Higher fat than mealworms and lower protein — not a nutritional upgrade.
Yes. Silkworms is a supplement feeder for leopard geckos. Lowest fat of any common feeder and very high moisture content.