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BLUEBIRD DEPARTMENT Bluebirds prefer the quiet of suburb fringes, country pastures, golf courses, cemeteries and parks. Bluebirds are insectivorous during their nesting cycle, dining almost exclusively on ground-dwelling insects. Bluebirds will readily accept human handouts of mealworms and bird grubs, often becoming so tame that they can be hand-fed. In addition to residing where there are plenty of insects, bluebirds also like to be provided with a perching spot-a sentinel from which they can survey their kingdom. NEW .... Dried Mealworms (see below)

CURRENT SHORTAGE OF LIVE MEALWORMS - LIMITED SUPPLY

Due to the shortage ... we will have a limited number of live mealworms available over the next few weeks. We do have plenty of Phoenix worms, along with dried mealworms and canned mealworms.

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● Bluebird Feeding Info.

Eastern Bluebird

Bluebirds eagerly accept live mealworms. Offer a supply, and watch the Bluebirds return day after day!

Western Bluebird Male

Western Bluebird Female

Mountain Bluebird

Bluebird daddy feeding baby some mealworms! Photo courtesy of: Cassandra Burroughs

About Dried Mealworms:

Read what our customers have to say ...

I ordered the meal worms from this company to feed our purple martins. I wasn't sure what I was going to receive, but after receiving my order 3 days after placing my order I was pleasantly surprised. most companies send meal worms in a cup like container. this company sent them in a net bag. after emptying the bedding/feed (which I ordered with the meal worms) into an enclosed container, I emptied the bag of meal worms into the container. I cant say that I saw any dead worms. If you want fresh meal worms at a reasonable price and shipping this is the company to go with. *****

Judy P.

I was amazed that any company sold freeze dried mealworms for bluebirds. It is so much easier to keep them and feed them when freeze dried, rather than fresh. I was uncertain the bluebirds would eat them, but they seem to enjoy them as much as the fresh ones. The birds come right to the tree when they see me come with their dinner, and after I walk a few feet away, they land and eat. I definitely will be purchasing more freeze dried mealworms since my bluebirds are hatching their second brood.

Judy S.

Thank you for the excellent mealworms that I received from you. The bluebirds raised three broods and now they have moved on. I'll look forward to feeding them next year.

Jean B.

Ive ordered 4 times over the spring and summer, and they have been an excellent provider for my bluebirds. Will use them only for ordered bird feed.

Marcia T.

Once again , my order arrived promptly and healthy . the meal worm keeper is very handy. my chipmunk and wild birds love the meal worms. the canned grasshoppers were not a hit with the chipmunk. they may have been to large and different for her. they were top quality though. i will continue to use exotic nutrition company for my meal worms. thank you for the excellent service.

Debra H.

I've tried several suppliers for mealworms for my quail. Exotic nutrition is the best so far in terms of quality, value and service. I will definitely be ordering from them again.

John B.

I have always had excellent service & products from Exotic Nutrition Company & recommend them to friends who also own exotic pets.

Patricia B.

I have bought from Exotic pet for about three years now and have to say i have never had a bad experience. The quality of their products far exceeds any expectations you could have. Also the quality and condition of live insects purchased from them will guarantee that you buy only from them .

Robbin L.

I ordered a bluebird worm feeder, a supply of live mealie worms, and a container for the worms. My order was immediately acknowledged by email and was shipped so quickly so that it arrived only a few days after I ordered it. It was packed efficiently and the items were as advertised. I recommend this seller very highly.

Susan C.

I had previously been buying my bluebird food locally but during the summer the quality really deteriorated due to the heat during shipping. From my very first order from Exotic Nutrition I have been extremely pleased. The mealworms (the ENTIRE order) are alive and large. I especially like the fact they are shipped in cool-storage. Id recommend Exotic Nutrition Co. to anyone for mealworm purchases.

Pamela B.

This was the first time I have ordered from Exotic Nutrition and I have been well pleased. I have already referred them to some bird loving friends.

Barbara P.

You are a great company! I order mealworms often and within days I have my order. I will order from your company as long as I have my animals to care for. I have never been disappointed, you are the best.

Thank you, Kim

About Feeding Wild Birds ...

Lots of birders love to feed their birds mealworms, but live mealworms can be a challenge to find locally and an even greater challenge to successfully ship live; especially during the summer months.

We've found a great solution for you: dried mealworms. They still contain all the great protein your birds need, they ship well and you don't have to worry about keeping them alive. And, perhaps the greatest part: they're nearly half the cost of live mealworms!

If you've not offered mealworms to your birds before, this is a great way to start. "Mealies" are a favorite of nearly all backyard birds - trust us, set a budget limit now - your birds will devour them more quickly than you can keep them in the feeder. Chickadees and nuthatches usually find them first, woodpeckers, flickers, cardinals, bluebirds and orioles will quickly follow suit.

Offer the mealworms sprinkled on top your favorite seed in a platform or fly-through feeder, or any window feeder.

Bluebird Magazine From Birdwatchers Digest

The perfect bluebird landlord manual! Learn how to get the greatest number of healthy bluebirds and the most enjoyment from your bluebird boxes. Dazzling color photographs and illustrations make this comprehensive handbook an outstanding value. (32-page, full-color booklet)

Bluebird Magazine $5.99

What is a "mealworm" you ask?
Mealworms are insects, not really worms. What appears to be a worm is the larval form of the darkling beetle. They make excellent feeders for small mammals, reptiles, and birds.

Live Golden Mealworms Medium or Large Size

Live Medium Mealworms, packaged in cloth drawstring bag with packing paper and shipped to your door.

500 Pack Live Mealworms $10.95 - IN STOCK -

1000 Pack Live Mealworms $19.95 - IN STOCK -

2000 Pack Live Mealworms $19.95 (Out of Stock)

4000 Pack Live Mealworms $36.95 (Out of Stock)

5000 Pack Live Mealworms $44.95 (Out of Stock)

10,000 Pack Live Mealworms $84.95 (Out of Stock)

Dried Mealworms Large No more messing with live squiggly mealworms!!

These farm raised mealworms are quick freeze dried to lock in flavor, freshness and nutritional value. Bluebirds will flock to your feeder again and again for this favorite food! Feed dried or soak in water overnight ... then offer-up !

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Dried Mealworms 1.4 oz. Size $6.95 (Aprox. 1400 large mealworms)

Dried Mealworms 3.5 oz. Size $14.95 (Aprox. 3500 large mealworms)

Dried Mealworms 5 oz. Bulk size $19.95 (Aprox. 5,000 large mealworms)

Dried Mealworms 16 oz. Bulk size $41.95 (Aprox. 16,000 large mealworms)

Dried Mealworms 5 lb. Bulk Size $168.90 (Aprox 80,000 dried mealworms)

Canned Regular Mealworms

Canned Mealworms 42 g. size can $4.69

Canned Mealworms 12 pack 42 g. cans -$47.88 (that's only $3.99 per can)

Canned Mealworms Lg. can 2.4 oz. $6.95 ea.

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Mealworm keeper is the finest mealworm bedding and feed available. If you are purchasing bulk mealworms and need to keep them alive and healthy, supply them with Mealworm Bedding.

Ventilated enclosure constructed of durable, easy to clean plastic makes an excellent environment for housing live mealworms. Two sizes available. Small size holds up to 2000 mealworms. Large size holds up to 5000 mealworms.
Self-locking lid with removable carrying handle securely snaps onto base, assuring your worms stay inside. Lid features hinged viewer/feeding window.

While the ideal habitat for bluebirds is an open area dominated by short grass and dotted with a few scattered trees, they will also take up residence in wooded areas. Unfortunately, these brushy habitats are the haunt of the House Wren, a boisterous little songster with the nasty habit of pecking the eggs and usurping the nests of other birds. Bluebirds may also choose to nest in farmyards, feed lots and other areas where humans and cattle are found together. Unfortunately, these areas are the almost exclusive domains of the belligerent and prolific House Sparrow. This aggressive exotic, which was introduced into North America from Europe in the mid-1800s, out-competes the gentler bluebird for nesting sites and often takes over the bluebirds’ homes by killing them.

In the northern parts of their ranges, bluebirds migrate south for the winter. In the southern regions, they are resident throughout the year. When the weather turns cold, bluebirds readily switch to a diet of berries.

I bought my first order of mealworms for my bluebirds a couple of months ago and have ordered from them three more times. I placed the order and within two to three days they arrived in the mail. The price was very good. A bait store in our town wanted $2.60 for 35 worms and I could get much more for a reasonable price. The worms arrived alive. The bluebirds now look forward to each day when I feed them. Robert C.

Although similar style feeders exist, there is nothing quite like our Vista Dome. The 8-1/2" diameter tray has a impressive capacity of 1-1/4 quart, and the mealworms are protected by a generous 12" diameter dome. We have used stainless steel and solid brass hardware that lets you fully adjust the distance between the dome and tray, thus restricting access to the mealworms by undesirable birds or squirrels. The tray and dome are molded of UV stabilized polycarbonate. The Vista Dome carries a Lifetime Guarantee.

This feeder is ideal for even the smallest of windows. double removable trays. Great for viewing Bluebirds feeding right from your kitchen table! 2- 1/4 quart capacity trays.

Powder coated blue finish metal holder for mealworm feeding. Mealworms cannot crawl out of smooth sided feeders. Feeder 4" diameter x 1" deep, & can be clamped to poles 1" in diameter.

Heavy duty glass feeding dish, just right for mealworm feeding. Mounted on wrought iron hanger. Dish is 4" diameter x 1" height.

The finest bluebird house on the market! Predator guard is standard to keep starlings, squirrels and other undesirables out, while small floor discourages sparrow nests. Size - (12-1/2"h x 6"w x 8-1/2"d)

This design is popular because it discourages cats and other predators. Since the bottom tapers, less nesting material is needed. The front opens easily for observation and cleaning. Mount this box high on a post so that potential occupants can be easily observed from a distance. Size - (17"h x 7"w x 9"d)

A semicircular reservoir holds 8 ounces of nectar, and three flower shaped feeding ports offer room for a few birds to dine at once. The raised perch around the feeder lends the hummingbirds a place to rest, while creating a natural feeding position. Surround the feeder with the included ant moat to protect the nectar from insects. Instructions and hardware for deck mounting the feeder are also included, for versatility in placement. The hinged lid allows the item to be filled easily, while a convenient latch keeps other animals from opening it. The bright red lid will help attract hummingbirds, and the plastic construction creates a sturdy and lasting unit.