So I've heard people say that both mealworms and superworms can cause impaction in bearded dragons, but at the same time I've seen posts saying superworms can be used as a staple feeder. Overall, are they safe to feed an adult bearded dragon without the risk of impaction, or should they be only be given once in a while?
I use them as a staple for mine, but I’m going to be switching to a staple of BSFL because they’re healthier and they can’t get impacted easily. I believe they can be used as a primary staple but are best used as either a secondary staple or a treat.
Superworms and mealworms are treat feeders, possibly for adult bearded dragons (20+months) they can be used as staples as adult beardies only eat twice a week for protein so its most likely not going to cause fatty liver disease as it'll only be given twice a week or once a week along with other insects.
In beardies less than 6 months mealworms and superworms will cause impaction.
Beardies above 6 months however can eat mealworms and superworms occasionally, for mealworms maybe 5-10 every other day to every two days with superworms 3-4 max once a week or twice a week.
They are treat feeders so they aren't exactly good for a growing beardie that needs tons and tons of protien at a young age rather than tons of fat.