Can Leopard Geckos Eat Superworms?
| Protein | 17.41% |
| Fat | 17.89% |
| Moisture | 59.37% |
| Ca:P ratio | 0.05 |
Higher fat than mealworms and lower protein — not a nutritional upgrade. However, they have less chitin per body mass, making them easier to digest. Adults only: their size and fat content make them unsuitable as a regular feeder for juveniles. Do NOT refrigerate — unlike mealworms, cold kills superworms. Can bite if not fed quickly.
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Yes. Dubia Roaches is a staple feeder for leopard geckos. The gold standard.
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. Silkworms is a supplement feeder for leopard geckos. Lowest fat of any common feeder and very high moisture content.