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Dried Locust Supplier for Pet Food – Bulk Orders
China
Supplier's customization ability
- Drawing-based customization
- Sample-based customization
- Full customization
Minimum order quantity: 10 kg
Shipping total: To be negotiated
- Lead time:
- confirmed with the quotation
- Packaging:
- standard export packing
- Samples:
- available on request
Product details
Technical Specifications of Dried Locust Supplier for Pet Food
| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Dried Locust for Pet Food | Whole dried locusts processed for companion animal and exotic pet nutrition |
| Life Stage | Adult / Sub-adult | Harvested at full adult or late sub-adult stage for optimal nutritional profile |
| Size Range | 35–65 mm (body length) | Sorted by body length to meet different pet species feeding requirements |
| Moisture Content | ≤8% | Low moisture achieved via hot-air drying to ensure microbial stability |
| Protein Content | ≥62% (dry basis) | Crude protein measured per AOAC 2001.11 method |
| Fat Content | 8–14% (dry basis) | Total lipid content including beneficial omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids |
| Ash Content | ≤6% (dry basis) | Mineral residue indicating calcium, phosphorus, and trace element levels |
| Survival Rate | N/A (dried product) | Pre-drying live acceptance rate ≥95% before processing |
| Rearing Conditions | Temperature 28–35°C, Humidity 40–60% RH | Controlled indoor rearing environment free from pesticides and antibiotics |
| Feed Source | Wheat bran, corn flour, fresh vegetables | Non-GMO plant-based diet; no animal by-products or growth promoters used |
| Packaging | 500 g / 1 kg / 5 kg / 25 kg per bag | Vacuum-sealed food-grade PE/PA bags with nitrogen flushing option |
| Storage Conditions | Temperature ≤25°C, Humidity ≤60% RH, away from direct light | Store in cool, dry, ventilated warehouse; avoid compression stacking |
| Shelf Life | 18 months | From production date under recommended sealed storage conditions |
| Application | Reptiles, birds, hedgehogs, fish, poultry, and exotic pets | Suitable as primary protein ingredient or supplemental treat in pet diets |
| Certification | ISO 22000, HACCP, EU Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009 | Food safety management and animal by-product compliance certifications |
| MOQ | 50 kg | Minimum order quantity per single SKU; mixed SKU orders accepted |
| Supply Capacity | 20,000 kg/month | Scalable production capacity with stable year-round supply availability |
Dried Locust Supplier for Pet Food – Bulk Orders
As a trusted dried locust supplier for pet food, we serve reptile breeders, avian specialists, pet retailers, and exotic animal keepers worldwide with consistently high-quality, shelf-stable insect protein. Dried locusts — primarily Locusta migratoria and Schistocerca gregaria — have emerged as one of the most sought-after feeder insects in the global pet food market, owing to their exceptional nutritional density, long shelf life, and palatability across a wide range of species. The global insect protein market is projected to exceed USD 4.6 billion by 2030, with dried feeder insects representing a rapidly expanding segment driven by sustainability demands and the growing reptile and exotic pet hobby. Our facility processes and supplies dried locusts in bulk quantities, meeting strict food-safety and traceability standards to ensure your animals receive a clean, contaminant-free protein source with every shipment.
What is Dried Locust for Pet Food?
Dried locusts are whole-body, thermally processed specimens of orthopteran insects belonging to the family Acrididae — most commonly Locusta migratoria (migratory locust) and Schistocerca gregaria (desert locust). After harvesting at the adult or sub-adult stage, specimens are cleaned, blanched, and precision-dried to a moisture content below 8%, preserving their chitinous exoskeleton, muscle tissue, and internal nutrient profile in a stable, ready-to-feed form suitable for reptiles, birds, fish, and small mammals.
Dried Locust Breeding and Rearing Process
Our locusts are reared in climate-controlled indoor facilities under strictly monitored biosecure conditions, eliminating pesticide exposure and pathogen risk. Colonies are maintained at 32–36°C with a 14-hour photoperiod, fed on certified pesticide-free wheat bran and fresh greens. Harvesting occurs at the adult stage (day 28–35 post-final instar), followed by a 24-hour gut-clearance fast before blanching at 95°C and low-temperature drying at 55–60°C to preserve nutritional integrity and natural coloration.
Dried Locust Biological Specifications
Adult Locusta migratoria specimens supplied for pet food applications present an average body length of 45–65 mm (females) and 35–50 mm (males), with a dry weight of 0.8–1.4 g per individual. On a dry matter basis, crude protein content exceeds 62–68%, crude fat ranges from 12–18%, and chitin content is approximately 6–9%. Calcium-to-phosphorus ratio is 1:8, making dried locusts an ideal complementary protein when paired with calcium supplementation protocols for reptile diets.
Get a Competitive Quote for Dried Locust Supplier for Pet Food
Whether you require 5 kg sample packs or full pallet-load bulk orders, our team can tailor a supply agreement to match your volume, packaging format (whole dried, crushed, or vacuum-sealed), and delivery schedule. We offer competitive wholesale pricing with tiered discounts starting at orders above 25 kg, along with full documentation including certificates of analysis, species verification, and country-of-origin declarations.
- 24/7 expert entomologist support
- Live arrival guarantee (LAG) for all shipments
- Wholesale discounts for bulk laboratory/pet shop orders
- Detailed care sheets and technical guidance included
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