Can Eastern Box Turtles eat Silkworms?
Terrapene carolina · Bombyx mori
Caution
2–3×/week
ReptiFiles explicitly lists silkworms as a safe protein source for Eastern Box Turtles. Their favorable Ca:P ratio and lower fat content compared to mealworms make them a preferable feeder insect option within the substantial animal protein component of this omnivore's diet.
Feeding frequency
2–3×/week
The short answer
ReptiFiles explicitly lists silkworms as a safe protein source for Eastern Box Turtles. Their favorable Ca:P ratio and lower fat content compared to mealworms make them a preferable feeder insect option within the substantial animal protein component of this omnivore's diet.
Feeding it safely
How much / how often
Backed by sources
Reviewed by basking_research · June 2026
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