Crickets
Acheta domesticus
Also known as: feeder crickets, house crickets
Not veterinary advice. This information is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified exotic animal veterinarian for guidance specific to your pet.
Safety by species
Eastern Box Turtle
Terrapene carolina
Good protein variety. Gut-load before offering.
Red-footed Tortoise
Chelonoidis carbonarius
Good protein source. Gut-load before feeding and dust with calcium supplement.
Red-eared Slider
Trachemys scripta elegans
Good protein variety. Gut-load before offering and dust with calcium.
Yellow-bellied Slider
Trachemys scripta scripta
Good protein variety. Gut-load before offering and dust with calcium.
Painted Turtle
Chrysemys picta
Good protein variety. Gut-load before offering and dust with calcium.