Protein rich Dried Insect Tub 700g

This nutritious mix of calcium worms and dried mealworms is the perfect high-energy treat for garden birds, combining essential protein with an exceptional natural source of calcium.

Calcium worms are the larvae of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) and are prized for their outstanding nutritional profile. Naturally rich in protein, energy-giving fats and amino acids, they are also uniquely high in calcium, containing around 20–40 times more calcium than traditional dried insects such as mealworms. Calcium is vital for strong bones, eggshell formation and overall bird health.

Dried mealworms add further protein and flavour, making this mix especially appealing to insect-eating birds. Our mealworms are reared on a plant-based diet, ensuring they are safe to feed and provide the high-quality nutrition birds need — particularly during the breeding season, when energy demands are at their highest.

Birds that enjoy this mix:

This insect-rich blend is especially popular with:

• Robins

• Blackbirds

• Starlings

• Tits (blue, long tailed, great and coal)

• Sparrows

• Wrens

• Dunnocks

It’s ideal for attracting both ground-feeding and feeder-visiting species.

How much to feed:

• Offer 1–2 small handfuls at a time

• Feed once or twice daily during busy periods such as spring and summer

• Reduce quantities in warmer weather to avoid food spoiling

This mix is intended as a treat or supplement, rather than a complete diet.

Where to feed:

• Use mealworm or seed feeders for clean, controlled feeding

• Scatter on the ground or in ground trays for species that prefer feeding at low levels

• Place on bird tables in open, visible areas

For best results, position feeding areas in a quiet, sheltered location near shrubs or hedges to give birds a safe retreat.

A powerful combination of protein and calcium that supports garden birds when they need it most, from nesting season through to fledging.