- 1.7kg as two sealed 850g bags — about 48,000 dried mealworms
- Open one bag, the second stays sealed until you need it
- High in protein — a treat alongside a complete layer feed
- Nothing added — just dried mealworms, from the same supplier for over ten years
- Order online, packed in Townsville, most parcels arrive in two to seven business days
- Posted to every Australian state and territory
- 1.7kg as two sealed 850g bags, about 48,000 mealworms
- High in protein, a treat alongside layer feed
- Nothing added — just dried mealworms
- Posted from Townsville, Australia-wide
Two bags of dried mealworms, posted to your door
★ 4.9 out of 5 across 260+ product reviews of our dried mealworms on Reviews.io
1.7kg of dried mealworms, roughly 48,000 of them, as two separate resealable 850g bags. You order online, we pack it in Townsville, and it comes to your door anywhere in Australia.
They've come from the same supplier for over ten years. There’s nothing in the bags but dried mealworms.
What’s in the box
Two 850g bags, each one sealed. Open one and the other sits sealed in the cupboard until you get to it. Inside is dried mealworms and only dried mealworms: no preservatives, no additives, no coating. The mealworms are raised on a vegetarian, GMO-free diet and dried straight after harvest.
| Specification | 1.7kg (2 x 850g) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1.7kg total, as two sealed 850g resealable bags |
| Approximate count | About 48,000 mealworms (roughly 24,000 per bag, 28 per gram) |
| Protein | High in protein and fat (a treat, not a complete feed) |
| Ingredients | 100% dried mealworms |
| Storage | Cool, dry place out of direct sunlight; keep unopened bags sealed, reseal the open one |
How our customers use them
Mealworms are a treat alongside a good layer feed, and a handful a day for the flock is how most people do it. In their own words:
- The morning treat. “My girls love it it’s their morning treat.” — Elizabeth, review of the 850g
- The welcome. “My chooks absolutely love them. They follow me everywhere now. It’s adorable” — Andrew, review of the 283g
- Buying a bigger bag. “We can’t believe how much we were spending each week on the grocery store small packages compares to these…” — Sharndra, review of the 1.7kg
- Soaked. “I often soak them in water overnight as a bonus treat” — Kyle, store review, 2023
Young or fussy birds sometimes need a moment to work out what they are. Hand-feed a few, or soak a handful in warm water first. Once one tries it, the rest follow.
Not just for chickens
Ducks and geese, turkeys, guinea fowl, peafowl, pheasants, quail, wild birds, reptiles, turtles and pond fish all eat dried mealworms. Two bags means one for the chooks and one for whoever else is being fed. “Ducks love the Mealworms” is a real review.
Six sizes, same mealworms
From an 80g packet to the 3.4kg, it’s the same mealworms in every bag. This 1.7kg, the 2.55kg and the 3.4kg are two, three or four 850g bags sold together, still sealed. “they are great quality and always look and smell fresh” — Susan, review of the 850g, 2025.
What people usually add to the order
The three things most often in the same box as a bag of mealworms: shell grit for the laying hens, apple cider vinegar with garlic for the drinker, and the 25ml Mega Mineral. They travel in the same parcel.
Posted from Townsville, Australia-wide
Here’s what happens after you order. We pack the two bags at our warehouse in Townsville, North Queensland, and post them to you; most orders arrive within two to seven business days, and every state and territory is covered, including the places a long way from a shop. “No trips to town (200 km away) Quick delivery with Aust Post No drama” — Craig, Burra SA, store review, 2022.
“The parcel arrived promptly which was great because Mum was just about to run out.” — Julie, store review, 2023. Family-run since 2009, and a real person answers on 1800 103 326.
Product Specifications
- Size::
- 1.7kg
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions people actually search for before buying dried mealworms online.
Where can I buy dried mealworms in Australia?
Right here, online. Add the bag to your cart, check out, and we post it from Townsville to any address in Australia, every state and territory included. We sell six sizes, from an 80g packet to a 3.4kg of four sealed bags; this 1.7kg is two sealed 850g bags.
What happens after I order dried mealworms from you?
Your order comes through to our warehouse in Townsville, North Queensland, where we pack the two bags and post them to you. Most orders arrive within two to seven business days depending on where you are; delivery estimates for your postcode are on the Shipping tab. If anything about the order needs a human, 1800 103 326 gets one.
How many mealworms are in the 1.7kg?
About 48,000 mealworms across the two bags, roughly 24,000 per 850g bag or 28 per gram. The count varies a little because they’re a natural product. High in protein and fat, which is why they’re a treat alongside a complete layer feed rather than a replacement for it.
Why is 1.7kg of dried mealworms packed as two 850g bags?
Freshness. You open one bag and the other stays factory-sealed until you need it, instead of one large bag being opened and closed every day. The two bags also fit in a normal cupboard.
Do supermarkets or hardware stores sell dried mealworms?
Some do, usually as small packets. We sell ours online in six sizes, from an 80g packet up to a 3.4kg of four sealed bags, so you can pick the size that suits how often you feed. Current prices for all six are on the dried mealworms page.
Are dried mealworms good for chickens?
Yes, as a treat alongside a complete layer feed. Chickens are insect hunters by nature and go for them straight away. They're high in protein and fat, so a handful a day for the flock is plenty, and it isn't a replacement for feed. Plenty of our customers also use that handful for taming the birds and for getting them back into the coop at night.
Can you rehydrate dried mealworms?
Yes. Soak a handful in warm water for 10 to 30 minutes and they plump back up, which some birds prefer and which is a good trick for fussy or very young chooks. Our guide covers it step by step: how to rehydrate dried mealworms.
How should I store dried mealworms?
Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Keep the unopened bags sealed and reseal the open one after each use.
Do you ship dried mealworms Australia-wide?
Yes, to every state and territory, from our warehouse in Townsville. Most orders arrive within two to seven business days. Remote and rural addresses are fine; plenty of our customers are a long way from the nearest shop.
Do you sell dried mealworms in bigger bags?
Yes. The 2.55kg is three sealed 850g bags and the 3.4kg is four. All six sizes are on the dried mealworms page. For wholesale, get in touch.
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