Can Eastern Box Turtles eat Mealworms?
Terrapene carolina · Tenebrio molitor
Caution
Once per week maximum, small amount
The Tortoise Table
High fat — useful for underweight animals but not a regular staple protein.
Feeding frequency
DailyWeeklyOccasionalNever
Caution
Once per week maximum, small amount
OmnivoreProteinNot toxic
The short answer
High fat — useful for underweight animals but not a regular staple protein.
Feeding it safely
How much / how often
Once per week maximum, small amount. Not a primary protein source.
What's inside
Per 100 g of raw mealworms
13mg
Calcium
262mg
Phosphorus
0.0:1
Ca:P ratio
INVERTED18g
Protein
Backed by sources
The Tortoise TableVCA Animal Hospitals — Feeding Box Turtles
Mealworms are high in fat and should only be given occasionally.
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