Calci Worms For Chickens – Your Flock’s New Best Friends
Welcome to the marvellous world of live Black Soldier Fly larvae (a.k.a Calci Worms for chickens), the tiny feeder insects that pack a seriously awesome nutritional punch!
Fear not, fellow eco-chicken keepers; we’ve broken it all down into delightful, easily-scannable sections so you can get back to serving your feathery masters ASAP. Get ready to discover the many benefits of live food for hens – and watch your flock thrive!
Feeding Calci Worms to Chickens:
The ECOnourish Benefits
Promotes natural
foraging behaviour
Reduces hen
stress
Boosts gut health &
immunity
High in calcium,
minerals and vitamins
Improves feather
cover
High in healthy
protein and fat
Calci-what? Demystifying the Black Soldier Fly Larvae
First things first: live Black Soldier Fly larvae and Calci Worms are the same thing (and they also go by Hermetia Illucens if you’re feeling sciency). Now that we’ve cleared that up, let’s crack on with the scrumptious details of these magical feeder insects!
Why Chickens Need Live Insect Feed
Chickens are NOT vegetarians. They’re omnivores. They need animal protein in their diets. In fact, more specifically, they’re INSECTIVORES. They need access to insects. But, most chickens in the UK don’t get the benefit of eating many insects – because dried and processed insect protein is BANNED from chicken feed by DEFRA. Chickens get lumbered with vegetable and fish protein instead. As a result, nutritional deficiencies in chickens are sadly common.
DEFRA do, however, approve feeding LIVE, UK-farmed, disease-free Black Soldier Fly larvae to hens. And that’s how peckish poultry want them anyway – scrummy, juicy, wriggly moving targets.
A Nutritional Powerhouse for Your Chickens
High Protein Content
Calci-worms are protein-packed snacks for hens – containing around 42% protein! And we all know how important protein is for energy, muscle growth, feather development, and overall chicken health.
Calcium Boost
They aren’t called Calci Worms for nothin’, folks! These wriggly wonders contain 23 times more calcium than mealworms. A calcium-packed feast that helps support strong bones, eggshell quality, and overall hen health.
Balanced Fatty Acids
With the perfect ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, Calci Worms ensure your hens maintain a glossy coat, top-notch immune system, and heart health. The worms’ munching habits on organic waste materials provide them with a rich, healthy, and natural diet that translates to balanced fat content for your feathered friends.
Boosting Behaviour, Social Skills, and Preening Perfection!
What if we told you that Calci Worms can create an eggsplosion of vitality in your hens immediately? Well, hengage with these awesome benefits:
Natural Behaviour
Supplying live food, like Calci Worms, stimulates hens’ foraging instincts and provides a thrilling activity for pecking, scratching, and hunting.
Social Stimulation
Our promise: Happier hens – guaranteed! You’ll soon see your hens bond over a shared enthusiasm for a Calci Worm feast. And a strong, united flock means a more harmonious and resilient group of backyard chickens! They won’t just bond with each other – they’ll be chasing you for more love (or larvae, you choose what to tell yourself).
Preening Perfection
Calci worms help stimulate hens’ minds and increase their activity levels – reducing stress behaviours like excessive preening, aggression and broodiness.
Calci Worms for Chickens: Health Benefits
It’s not just about vanity, dear hen-keepers. Calci Worms have serious health benefits too! Within three weeks of incorporating live Black Soldier Fly larvae into their diet, you’ll witness:
Shinier Plumage
Increased Vitality
Reduced Disease & Vulnerability to Pathogens
Let’s Sum It All Up!
Live food is THE way to go! Calci worms are here to support your flock’s health, both inside and out. These incredible feeder insects offer a natural and sustainable way to care for your backyard chickens. Try it for yourself – happy hens incoming!
Join the flock
Give your feathered friends the gift of optimum nutrition and entertainment in the form of live Calci Worms.
