We have multiple bins of Dubia Blaptica Roaches that we produce for our Dubia Starter Kits we quickly found out by starting out bins with equal conditions and number of roaches that those fed a varied diet including Fresh Fruits and Veggies fared better. High protein diets are avoided in nature and this should be replicated in captivity. Understanding that many customers ask for a dry food that need not be replenished every day or so, We do sell a Roach Chow/Food that is High in nutrition and optimal in protein 14-15% We recommend that feedings should be 65-70% (or more) fresh fruits and Veggies and 30% or less supplemental moderate to low protein grain based food if desired.

Excess protein as well as excess supplemented calcium seems to cause molting problems and die offs during molting as well as the documented uric acid buildup in the animals that feed on these insects.

Calcium and protein from Natural Food Sources Fruits and Veggies poses no problems and is optimal and why our roaches are ALL Natural Vegetarian Fed and our Amphibians and Reptiles love them! Just watch overfeeding high oxalic acid containing greens like Rhubarb which should be avoided as it blocks calcium absorption and to a lesser extent of spinach and kale. The key is variety.

In Summary High Protein is better for Dubai Roaches We Raise All Our Dubia Pre-Gutloaded with nutrition from All Natural Foods (Fresh Produce Fruits and Veggies)