- 80g resealable trial pack — about 2,200 dried mealworms, the taster
- High in protein — a treat alongside a complete layer feed
- Nothing added — just dried mealworms, from the same supplier for over ten years
- The same bag we pack into our Red Base feeder and drinker kit
- Hand-feed a few, then shake the bag: that’s the whole trick
- Posted from Townsville to every Australian state and territory
- 80g trial pack, about 2,200 mealworms
- High in protein, a treat alongside layer feed
- Nothing added — just dried mealworms
- Posted from Townsville, Australia-wide
The little red bag to start with
★ 4.9 out of 5 across 260+ product reviews of our dried mealworms on Reviews.io
Never given your chooks mealworms before? This is the bag to find out with. It’s the 80g trial pack, about 2,200 dried mealworms in a resealable bag, and it’s the same bag we pack into our Red Base feeder and drinker kit so new chicken keepers have something to train with on day one.
They've come from the same supplier for over ten years. There’s nothing in the bag but dried mealworms. “My hens go crazy when I get that little red bag out.” — Jenny, store review, 2022.
What’s in the bag
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. “Heaps of mealworms in the packet too.” — philippa, review of the 80g.
Same mealworms in every size. The trial pack is packed from the same mealworms as the big bags.
| Specification | 80g trial pack |
|---|---|
| Weight | 80g, resealable bag |
| Approximate count | About 2,200 mealworms (roughly 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; reseal after use |
What to do with them the first time
One honest review of this pack asked “Not quite sure what to do with these?”, so here’s the answer. Mealworms are a treat alongside a good layer feed, not a feed on their own, and there’s no dose to measure. This is how our customers use them:
- Day one: hand-feed a few. Crouch down, open palm, wait. Young or fussy birds sometimes take a minute to work out it’s food; once one tries it, the rest pile in. “Chickens go nuts for these. Keep trying to grab the bag out of my hand.” — Jessica, review of the 80g
- Shake the bag before you scatter. Within a few days they know the sound. “My happy little girls love the Mealworms, they show excitement when I rattle the bag now.” — Fay, review of the 80g, 2023
- The back-in-the-coop trick. Shake the bag at the coop door in the evening and scatter a few inside. It’s the easiest way to get free-ranging chooks back in before dark.
- Let the kids do it. “my daughter makes ‘roads’ of them for the chickens to follow, so much fun!” — review of the 80g, 2026
If they still won’t touch them, soak a handful in warm water for 10 to 30 minutes and offer them again. Our guide covers it: how to rehydrate dried mealworms.
Not just for chickens
Ducks, quail, guinea fowl, wild birds, lizards, turtles and pond fish all eat dried mealworms, and the 80g suits anyone who only needs a small amount at a time. There’s nothing added to the bag, so it’s the same product whatever you’re feeding.
Six sizes, same mealworms
When the taster’s gone, the 283g and the 850g are the everyday bags, and the 1.7kg, 2.55kg and 3.4kg are two, three or four 850g bags sold together, still sealed. Same mealworms, same supplier; only the bag changes. “The chooks love these things and at the prices you charge i can afford to give them a daily treat.” — Leanne, review of the 80g, 2023.
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. If you’re setting up a coop from scratch, the Red Base feeder and drinker kit already has this bag in the box.
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Product Specifications
- Size:
- 80g
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions first-time buyers actually ask about dried mealworms.
What do I actually do with these mealworms?
They’re a treat. Open the bag, hand-feed a few so the chooks learn what they are, then give a small handful a day, scattered on the ground so every bird gets a share. Shake the bag before you scatter and within days they’ll come running at the sound, which is also the easiest way to get them back into the coop in the evening. They sit alongside a complete layer feed; they don’t replace it.
How do I get my chickens to eat dried mealworms?
Most chooks grab them instantly, but birds that have never seen one don’t know it’s food. Hand-feed a few to the boldest hen, or drop some right in front of her; once she tries one the rest follow. If they still ignore them, soak a handful in warm water for 10 to 30 minutes so they plump up and look more like a live insect, then offer them again. Our guide: how to rehydrate dried mealworms.
How often should I give my chickens mealworms?
There’s no set dose. A small handful for the flock once a day is how most of our customers do it, or a few from your hand whenever you’re taming or training. They’re a treat alongside layer feed, so a little and often rather than a bowlful.
Are the mealworms in the trial pack dead or alive?
Yes. They’re mealworm larvae that have been dried straight after harvest, so they keep in a resealed bag in the cupboard, don’t need feeding and don’t escape. Nothing else is added.
How much protein is in dried mealworms?
High in protein and fat, which is why they're a treat alongside a complete layer feed rather than a replacement for it. A small handful for the flock is plenty; the trial pack is there to find out whether your chooks take to them.
How many mealworms are in the 80g trial pack?
About 2,200, at roughly 28 per gram. The count varies a little because they’re a natural product. It’s enough to find out whether your chooks like them and to get the hand-feeding started.
Are the 80g mealworms the same as the ones in the big bags?
Yes. Same mealworms, same supplier for over ten years. The 80g is packed from the same mealworms as the 850g and the bigger bags; only the bag is smaller.
Which bag of mealworms should I buy after the trial pack?
Most people go to the 283g or the 850g, which are the everyday bags. The 1.7kg, 2.55kg and 3.4kg are two, three or four sealed 850g bags sold together. All six sizes are on the dried mealworms page.
Is this the same bag of mealworms that comes in your Red Base kit?
Yes. The 80g is the bag we pack into the Red Base feeder and drinker kit, so new chicken keepers have something to train with while the birds get used to the feeder. If you’ve had the kit and want more, this is the same product.
How long does the 80g trial pack take to arrive?
Most orders arrive within two to seven business days, depending on how far you are from Townsville. We post from our warehouse in North Queensland to every Australian state and territory, and the trial pack travels in the same parcel as anything else you order. Delivery estimates are on the Shipping tab.
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