Firebrats - Colony

Firebrats as Reptile Food

Our firebrats are part of the main livefood diet of many reptile, amphibian and invertebrate diets.

They are easy to feed, highly nutritious and quite easy to digest, making them perfect for daily feeding. They arrive as a culture and will continue to produce babies as long as they are provided with plenty of food and are kept warm and humid. As long as you can keep the temperature above 36°C, firebrats are easy to keep. They are dispatched directly from the breeder and will be gut-loaded before packing to make sure that they are as nutritious as possible on arrival.

Firebrats are very small, so they are the perfect size for baby reptiles, small amphibians, fish and many insectivorous invertebrates (e.g. mantis and spiders). In the store we use the firebrats to feed our baby frogs and baby lizards. They are also particularly good for jumping spiders and small mantids.

You'll love them because:

• We guarantee freshness or your money back.
• They are farm-bred in ethical conditions.
• They are pre-fed to ensure your reptile is getting a healthy and nutritious meal.
• Delivered straight to your door in good time.

Packaging

This product arrives in a ventilated plastic tub containing a section of egg-box cardboard. Small air holes along the sides provide airflow while keeping the insects safely contained.

The egg-box increases surface area, giving the insects space to spread out and reducing the risk of overcrowding or trampling.

In warmer months, the outer cardboard box may have extra perforations for cooling. In colder months, we may include a plain white heat pack to help maintain a suitable temperature during transit.

Feeding Guide

If you want to keep the firebrats as nutritious as possible, we recommend feeding them a healthy diet right up until they're used.

• Offer fresh leafy greens, carrots, squash, or sweet potato, these provide hydration and essential nutrients.
• You can also use specialist insect foods or gut-loading diets to boost their nutritional value for your reptile.
• Remove any uneaten food daily to keep the enclosure clean and prevent mould or decay.

Well-fed firebrats make for excellent food and are far more beneficial, helping support your reptile’s health and digestion. For more information on their diet, please consult our livefood care sheet. If you’re looking for other types of reptile food, we also stock frozen, animal-specific, vegetation and supplement options.

Animal Suitability

We recommend firebrats for the following animal types:

• Small Frogs
• Baby Chameleons
• Small Spiders
• Morning Geckos
• Mantids

Care Instructions

Firebrats prefer higher temperatures so keep them warm at 36°C, away from direct sunlight or draughts. Add fresh food at regular intervals to keep them healthy and active.

Avoid overcrowding by providing size-appropriate housing with plenty of hiding spots.

Looking after your live food properly helps ensure your lizard or other pet gets the best nutrition possible.

Livefood Freshness Guarantee

We know how important it is to have fresh, reliable live food delivered on time. That’s why we ship livefood five days a week using fast, trusted couriers. Most orders are packed on the same day they're dispatched and sent straight from the breeder, so they arrive in the best condition possible.

However, delivery can take a day or two, and sometimes things don’t go perfectly in transit. For your peace of mind, we have implemented the Livefood Freshness Guarantee! If your livefood doesn’t arrive in the best condition, or there is an issue with the size or quality, get in touch with our team and we’ll resolve it for you.