How do you get them out of the culture and into the praying mantis habitat without the flies going all over the place, if you are doing it indoors?

Haven't tried it yet, but I saw that you can coat the sides of a feeder cup, or something similar, with Vaseline before transferring from the culture. That way they can't crawl up the sides. Just tip the cup over and tap the side until you've gotten enough into the habitat.

Are they insulated when they are shipped?

They are packaged securely but not insulated.

Can these be fed upon arrival? My tarantula slings arent eating the bean beetles i got them

I ordered this product last year. There were a good amount moving around and ready to feed to your pet when they arrive. Great product.

What is the square bag that comes in the box... is it food for the fruit flies, if so, do i break it up and put it in the container with the flies ?

Hello, Thank you for reaching out to us! The white square bag that came with the flies is a heat pack to keep them toasty warm through their travels! You can throw it away once received! Our Flies come from Michigan and it can get real chilly here in the winter! ❄ If you have any other questions, feel free to give us a call at 800-691-8178 or e-mail us at info@joshsfrogs.com! Thanks again, Angela

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Drosophila Melanogaster Fly Culture, 32 oz - Freshly Started | Wingless Live Feeder Insects for Dart Frogs, Fish, Mantids, Toads, Slings, and Other Reptiles, Amphibians, or Animals

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Age Range (Description)
All Life
Brand
Josh's Frogs
Flavor
Seafood
Item Form
Tablet
Specific Uses For Product
Food

🧪Mold-inhibiting media for healthy cultures

🪰Thousands of wingless fruit flies per culture

🌡️Optimal growth at 70-80°F & 60-80% humidity

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Description

🦎 Elevate your pet’s diet with nature’s tiniest power snack!

HIGH YIELD CULTURES - Supports 4-8 weeks of continuous fruit fly production
EFFORTLESS MAINTENANCE - Mold-resistant media and simple care make culturing stress-free
PERFECT SIZE FOR TINY PETS - Ideal 1/16 inch flies for juvenile frogs, slings, and small reptiles
RELIABLE LIVE FEEDER SOURCE - Consistent, natural nutrition for your amphibians and reptiles
FRESHLY STARTED OR PRODUCING - Choose cultures ready to hatch in 3 days or plan ahead with fresh starts

Josh's Frogs Drosophila Melanogaster Fly Culture offers a premium 32 oz live feeder insect solution, delivering thousands of wingless fruit flies ideal for small reptiles, amphibians, and insectivores. Featuring mold-inhibiting media and optimized for 70-80°F and 60-80% humidity, this culture supports 4-8 weeks of high-yield production, making it perfect for both beginner and experienced keepers seeking a reliable, natural food source.

Specifications

ASIN	B09F7QMSZ1
ASIN	B09F7QMSZ1
Additional Features	Live Fruit Fly Production, Unique Media for High Yield
Age Range Description	All Life Stages
Animal Food Diet Type	Raw
Best Sellers Rank	#7,861 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #46 in Reptile & Amphibian Food
Brand Name	Josh's Frogs
Breed Recommendation	Reptile, Amphibians
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (2,115)
Date First Available	April 8, 2014
Dog Breed Size	Small
Flavor	Seafood
Item Form	Tablet
Item Weight	2 pounds
Item Weight	2 pounds
Manufacturer	Josh's Frogs
Manufacturer	Josh's Frogs
Number of Items	1
Occasion	Birthday
Pet Type	Amphibian, Insect
Product Benefits	Provides suitable food for small animals
Recommended Uses For Product	Pet Food, Insectivore Feed, Poison Dart Frog Food, Tarantula Sling Food, Mantid Nymph Food
Special Ingredients	Josh's Frogs World Famous Fruit Fly Media, Wormsloof Fulvic Acid
Specific Uses For Product	Food
Target Species	Amphibian
Unit Count	32 Ounce

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