Insects and larvae are widely used as parts of specialised diets for insectivorous mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates ­ indeed, a whole multitude of exotic and indigenous animals. Whether this unique range of foods is used as nutrition for captive specimens or wild creatures- garden birds, for example ­ product freshness is of paramount importance and to ensure this livefoods should be bought direct from a breeder. Not every supplier is a breeder of live food. UK insects are home-bred by Livefoods Direct who are foremost in the field.

Live food doesn't come any fresher than that supplied by Livefoods Direct. Insects and larvae despatched on any given day are still feeding and breeding prior to being packed and despatched. Only a breeder has such total control over product and is thus able to guarantee both quality and freshness.

Livefoods of various kinds and different sizes are essential for the nutritional well-being of a wide range of animals. On the menu at Livefoods Direct are mealworms (three sizes), banded crickets (six sizes), black crickets (six sizes) and locusts (six sizes) together with super giant mealworms, waxworms and curly flies.

Being aware of the fact that many customers may require a variety of relatively small numbers of a particular kind of product, insects and larvae are available in small quantities packed in clear plastic tubs. Customers can mix and match items from across our full range of livefoods and still save money. Bulk packs are available where larger quantities are required.

Further information including details of how to unpack, handle, feed and store livefoods are on the Livefoods Direct website. It really isn't that difficult ­ and if you are not yet familiar with the items in the range it is worth pointing out that they are clean, odourless and not at all unpleasant to handle.

The retail prices quoted for livefoods on the website include the cost of packaging and delivery. What you see on this site is what you pay! Orders purchased via the website are 5% cheaper than standard catalogue prices and represent excellent value for money.