Keep them at 55° to slow their metabolism when they're at the desired size (a wine cooler works great for this). If you'd like your worms to grow larger, keep them at 82°. Keep the habitat with the cup upside down on a screen or grate so the worms get fresh air. Not only are they an enticing blue-green color but they are very high in water making them a great way to rehydrate your animal. Hornworms are perfect for the fussy eater and are known to be the 'magic trick' to end a reptile's hunger strike. The 12 count cups has more food and a longer cup for the purpose of growing your worms to a larger size.The 25 count cup has less food and less growing area for the purpose of feeding while the worms are still small.If you are planning to grow your hornworms to full size you will need additional food when purchasing the 25ct.Īll hornworms are shipped the same size - regardless of cup count

We ship your hornworms in a habitat with food enough to last one week. Manduca sexta For live delivery guarantee: if your temps are below 55 or above 8 5° the 'Hold for Pickup' button must be checked above!

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