- 1kg as four sealed 250g bags — our biggest size
- Open one bag at a time; the other three stay sealed in the cupboard
- High in protein, a natural source of calcium — a treat alongside a complete feed
- Nothing added — just dried larvae, no preservatives, no additives
- For the flock, or for a house with chooks, ducks and a lizard to feed
- Packed in Townsville, posted to every Australian state and territory
- 1kg as four sealed 250g bags
- High in protein, a treat alongside a complete feed
- Nothing added — just dried larvae
- Packed in Townsville, posted Australia-wide
Four bags of larvae, posted to your door
1kg of dried black soldier fly larvae as four separate 250g resealable bags, packed in Townsville and posted to your door anywhere in Australia. It’s our biggest size: the one for a proper flock, or for a house where the chooks, the ducks and the lizard all get a share.
Only one bag is ever open. The other three stay sealed in the cupboard. Inside is dried larvae and nothing else.
What’s in the box
Four 250g bags, each one sealed. Dried black soldier fly larvae, and only dried larvae. No preservatives, no additives, no coating. Black soldier fly larvae are naturally high in protein and a natural source of calcium. They are a treat alongside a complete feed, not a replacement for it.
| Specification | 1kg |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1kg as four sealed 250g bags |
| Ingredients | Dried black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) and nothing else |
| Nutrition | High in protein, a natural source of calcium; a treat, not a complete feed |
| Storage | Cool, dry place out of direct sunlight; reseal after use; keep the unopened bags sealed |
| Packed | Packed in our Townsville warehouse; the larvae are imported and cleared through Australian biosecurity |
How our customers use them
A handful scattered so everyone gets a share is what the kilo is for. Still a treat alongside a complete feed, still no dose to measure. From the reviews:
- Every time. “We always use the Mealworms or Black Fly Larvae as treats for our chooks they absolutely love them” — Wayne, 2023
- Protein. “my chooks love it. lots of protein” — Keith, 2021
- Taken a liking. “have taken a liking to the black soldier fly larvae” — review, 2025
New birds can take a day or two to try them. Hand-feed a few to the boldest hen and the rest follow her.
Four bags, one open at a time
We pack the kilo as four 250g bags rather than one big one so only one bag is ever open. Reseal it after each feed and the other three sit sealed in the cupboard. For a proper flock, or a household feeding chooks, ducks and a reptile from the same supply, it is the size that makes sense.
Same larvae as the 250g bag, nothing added, and it suits ducks, quail, turkeys, guinea fowl, wild birds, lizards, turtles and pond fish as well as chickens. Retailers and larger buyers can ring us on 1800 103 326.
Three sizes, same larvae
The 1kg is four of our 250g bags. There is also the single 250g, the everyday size, and the 500g pair. Same larvae in every one; only the number of bags changes.
What people usually add to the order
People buying the kilo tend to stock up on the rest at the same time: a big bag of dried mealworms, shell grit for the laying hens and apple cider vinegar with garlic for the drinkers. One parcel, one delivery.
Packed in Townsville, posted Australia-wide
The kilo goes out from Townsville like everything else, to every state and territory, and most parcels land within two to seven business days. Family-run since 2009. Questions: 1800 103 326.
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions people ask before buying a kilo of dried black soldier fly larvae.
What is in the 1kg of black soldier fly larvae?
Four sealed 250g resealable bags of dried black soldier fly larvae, nothing added. It is the same larvae as our 250g bag; you are simply buying four of them in one box.
Why four bags rather than one 1kg bag?
So only one bag is open at a time. The other three stay sealed in the cupboard, and each bag has its own zip-lock, so the open one reseals after every feed.
Is a kilo of larvae the right size for my flock?
It is the size for people who go through the larvae steadily, or who are feeding more than one kind of animal from the same supply. If you are trying larvae for the first time, start with the 250g.
Where do the black soldier fly larvae come from?
The larvae are imported, treated and cleared by Australian biosecurity on arrival, and packed into our bags in our Townsville warehouse. Dine-A-Chook is an Australian family business and has supplied backyard keepers since 2009.
Can I buy black soldier fly larvae in bulk, bigger than 1kg?
The 1kg is the biggest size on the site. Retailers and larger buyers can ring us on 1800 103 326 and we will sort it out over the phone.
Do you post black soldier fly larvae anywhere in Australia?
Yes, to every state and territory, packed and posted from Townsville. Most orders arrive within two to seven business days.
How do I store a kilo of dried larvae?
Leave the three unopened bags sealed in their box or a cupboard, somewhere cool and dry and out of the sun, and reseal the open one after each feed. No fridge needed.
Can chickens, ducks and reptiles all be fed from the same kilo?
Yes. There is nothing added, so it is the same product whoever you are feeding: chickens, ducks, quail, turkeys, guinea fowl, wild birds, lizards, turtles and pond fish. The rehydrating guide on our blog covers the animals that prefer them soft.
What is the difference between the three sizes of larvae?
Only the number of 250g bags: one, two or four. Same larvae, same bag, nothing added. See all three sizes on the site.
Still not sure? Ring 1800 103 326 in Queensland business hours, or see all three sizes.