Freezing crickets?

[DinoTheDinosaur]

Is it possible to buy 1000 crickets or whatever online and then freeze them and only take out what you need for the day? I am going through a ton of crickets with my baby and am looking for a better alternative.

 

[mudskipper]

It's a great idea if you don't want to worry about all the smell or them dying off. That's what some people do. Make sure you gutload them for at least 24 hours first before you freeze them.

 

[DinoTheDinosaur]

Ok, cool, Thanks. And just to varify, gutloading as in putting those orangey gel things in with them for a 24 hours before freezing right? That's what I've been using for our crickets so far.

 

[mudskipper]

There are better options.

You should search for threads with keyword "gutload". I personally use Repashy Super Load and fresh veggies like collard greens. You can use any veggies that are good for beardies. (Those that are labeled as "staple" at http://www.beautifuldragons.com/Nutrition.html ) Just observe which ones the crickets like to eat. Bearded dragon pellets are great, too.

 

[ashleyelsha]

I am gutloading 1000 crickets right now getting ready to start freezing them, I order 1000 every two weeks. Two weeks worth is pushing it for freeze time I think because I noticed the crickets really start to break down towards the end of two weeks, but the bodies are still intact so I think that's the most important part.

 

[miloandrufusdragons]

That's actually a great idea!!!! I should try it.