Freeze Dried Mealworms

Freeze-drying is a method in which food is first frozen and then dried under vacuum by sublimating the ice (turning it directly from solid to vapor). Foods made this way are called freeze-dried.

[Why do we recommend it?]
Pellets were once commonly recommended to make up about 70% of the diet, but that view has been shifting. Today, many recommend keeping pellets around 30% and making 70% or more of the diet from whole foods—vegetables, fruits, seeds, nuts, herbs, coconut, and mealworms.

A range of expert opinions and research in Europe and North America has fueled a growing movement among some bird keepers to reduce pellet ratios and favor whole foods.

Many people find it burdensome to buy several kinds of organic whole foods every day and prepare them (washing and chopping). In those cases, freeze-dried foods are a practical alternative.

[Nutritional value of freeze-drying]
Freeze-drying can retain about 95% of a food’s original nutrients. If fresh produce is considered 100%, only about 5% is lost. Recent advances also allow these foods to be made without additives, and because little heat is used, nutrient and flavor loss is minimal. Color, aroma, and nutritional value are well preserved, so you can feed with confidence.

[Palatability]
Individual responses vary, but we’ve received many reports of birds that dislike fresh vegetables enjoying the texture of freeze-dried foods. Birds often need time to recognize a new item as “food,” so introduce it gradually. Try offering it powdered or lightly moistened to find what your bird prefers.

You can feed this to a wide range of birds, including finches and small, medium, and large parrots.
Lories/lorikeets: acceptable in very small amounts a few times per week.
It may also be given to other small animals, but please check the ingredients and use your discretion as the owner.

In bird nutrition, “whole foods” are ingredients that wild birds could obtain in nature—fresh vegetables and fruits, seeds, nuts, herbs, coconut, edible flowers, insects, and items that are soaked or sprouted. In short, foods you can recognize at a glance.

With the exception of processed products such as pellets, supplements, and bird cookies, most of these are considered whole foods. (Seeds count as whole foods, too.)

[How to feed]

It can be given in its freeze-dried form. You may also moisten it with water or serve it as is, depending on your preference.

We recommend daily feeding, but only a small amount is sufficient.

Tips
Small birds such as finches and budgies (budgerigars) may find the original pieces too large. If so, crush them by hand, place them in a bag and press, or grind them into smaller pieces to make them easier to eat.

Store at room temperature, away from heat and humidity. Once opened, use promptly; reseal the zipper closure tightly or transfer to an airtight container. For reference, our team keeps them in airtight jars from IKEA.

Freeze-Dried Mealworms.
Freeze Dried Mealworms do not contain artificial preservatives or additives. Just 100% natural, high-quality insects.

Crude Protein (not less than) 46.64%
Crude Fat (not less than) 25.28%
Crude Fiber (not more than) 6.74%
Moisture (not more than) 9.56%

High-protein source
Essential amino acids

December 2025

Please consume as soon as possible after opening, regardless of the best-by date.

In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sets maximum “defect action levels” for incidental insect matter, and those limits vary by food type and manufacturing process. Because this product uses pesticide-free ingredients and contains no additives, incidental insects may occasionally be present. Insects associated with produce or herbs (i.e., whole foods) are a natural source of animal protein and are generally not harmful to birds; however, please remove them if you prefer. Returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for issues related to incidental insects.

※ This product is directly sourced from the manufacturer and we have obtained permission to sell it in Japan. However, since it is parallel-imported and not purchased at wholesale prices, combined with the weaker yen, the price is set accordingly. Thank you for your understanding.