{"product_id":"live-dendrobaena-worms-axolotl-food","title":"100g Live Dendrobaena Worms | Natural Axolotl Food","description":"\u003ch4\u003eLive Dendrobaena Worms for Axolotls\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDendrobaena worms are one of the best natural foods for axolotls, providing a nutritious, protein-rich diet that encourages natural feeding behaviour. Their lively movement stimulates hunting instincts, making them an excellent staple food for healthy axolotls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur live Dendrobaena worms are fed daily on our own Downswood Worm Food before being packed fresh on the day of dispatch in moisture-retaining coconut coir. We believe that well-fed worms make better live food, helping to ensure your axolotl receives healthy, active worms that are ready to feed as soon as they arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose Live Food?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany axolotl owners feed pellets as their main diet, and quality pellets can be a convenient option. However, live Dendrobaena worms offer something that prepared foods simply can't – the opportunity for your axolotl to hunt, stalk and capture its food naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatching an axolotl actively search for and catch live worms is not only rewarding for owners, but also provides valuable environmental enrichment by encouraging natural behaviours. For many keepers, feeding live worms becomes one of the most enjoyable parts of owning an axolotl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether offered as a regular part of the diet or as an occasional treat alongside pellets, live Dendrobaena worms provide a natural feeding experience that closely reflects how axolotls would feed in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding requirements will vary depending on your axolotl's age, size, activity level and water temperature. The guide below provides a good starting point, but you should always adjust feeding to suit your individual animal's appetite and body condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eJuvenile Axolotls (3–7 inches \/ 7.5–18 cm)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed once a day. Offer 1–3 small Dendrobaena worms per feed, or cut larger worms into smaller sections. Remove any uneaten food after feeding to help maintain good water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSub-Adult Axolotls (7–9 inches \/ 18–23 cm)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed once a day or every other day. Most axolotls of this size will happily consume 2–4 medium Dendrobaena worms per feed, depending on their appetite and growth rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAdult Axolotls (9+ inches \/ 23+ cm)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed 2–3 times per week. Most healthy adults will eat 1–3 medium to large Dendrobaena worms per feed. Adjust feeding amounts to maintain a healthy body condition rather than feeding a fixed quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeeding Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer worms whole wherever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut larger worms into smaller sections for juveniles or smaller axolotls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove uneaten worms promptly to help maintain water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjust feeding according to your axolotl's appetite, size and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore any unused worms correctly for future feeds. See our guide, How to Store Dendrobaena Worms, for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow Long Will a Pack Last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact lifespan of a pack will vary depending on the size of your worms, your axolotl's age, appetite and how the worms are stored. The estimates below are based on feeding a single juvenile axolotl, using the lower end of our estimated worm count and the highest typical feeding rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 20.7381%;\"\u003ePack Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 78.9104%;\"\u003eEstimated Duration (Single Axolotl)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7381%;\"\u003e100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 78.9104%;\"\u003eAround 3–4 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7381%;\"\u003e250g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 78.9104%;\"\u003eAround 7–10 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7381%;\"\u003e500g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 78.9104%;\"\u003eAround 14–20 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult axolotls generally require feeding less frequently than juveniles, so packs may last longer. If you're feeding multiple axolotls, simply adjust your expected usage accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransfer your Dendrobaena worms into a suitable ventilated container as soon as possible after they arrive, along with the coconut coir they are packed in. Store them in a cool place, away from direct sunlight and sources of heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coconut coir should remain slightly damp but not wet. If the coconut coir begins to dry out, lightly mist it with clean water as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more detailed advice on keeping your worms healthy between feeds, see our guide,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/downswoodworms.co.uk\/pages\/guides\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to store Dendrobaena worms\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e How to Store Dendrobaena Worms\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDispatch \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order is packed fresh on the day of dispatch to help ensure your worms arrive in the best possible condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll live worm orders are sent using Royal Mail Tracked 24 or an equivalent tracked next working day service, helping to get your worms to you as quickly as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo minimise the risk of parcels being delayed over the weekend, we normally dispatch live worm orders on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. We may also dispatch on Thursday if temperatures are suitable and the destination can be reached within the expected delivery time frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs live animals, our worms should be unpacked as soon as possible after delivery and transferred into a suitable ventilated container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Downswood Worms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53229209682256,"sku":"DW-DEN-001","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/9158\/3568\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Jul_1_2026_03_31_02_PM.png?v=1782916790","url":"https:\/\/downswoodworms.co.uk\/products\/live-dendrobaena-worms-axolotl-food","provider":"Downswood Worms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}