Josh's Frogs Waxworms
Josh's Frogs holds a best-in-class position for waxworms thanks to its strong husbandry reputation and careful selection for reptile and amphibian nutrition; its products are consistently fresh and come with husbandry guidance that newer keepers find valuable. Compared with the other suppliers on this list, Josh's Frogs trades a slightly higher price for dependable quality and customer support, making it a top choice when reliability and animal health are the priority.
High-fat treat
Easy portioning
High-fat treat
Easy portioning
Review Summary
"Generally praised for high-quality, plump larvae and reliable packaging, though a minority report occasional mortality during warm shipping."
Picky-eater magnet
Clean, farm-reared live waxworms commonly sold in 25–100 count packs.
Picky-eater magnet
Clean, farm-reared live waxworms commonly sold in 25–100 count packs.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Josh's Frogs holds a best-in-class position for waxworms thanks to its strong husbandry reputation and careful selection for reptile and amphibian nutrition; its products are consistently fresh and come with husbandry guidance that newer keepers find valuable. Compared with the other suppliers on this list, Josh's Frogs trades a slightly higher price for dependable quality and customer support, making it a top choice when reliability and animal health are the priority.
High-fat treat
Easy portioning
Picky-eater magnet
Clean, farm-reared live waxworms commonly sold in 25–100 count packs.
High-fat treat ideal for boosting appetite in reptiles and amphibians.
High-fat treat
Easy portioning
Picky-eater magnet
Clean, farm-reared live waxworms commonly sold in 25–100 count packs.
High-fat treat ideal for boosting appetite in reptiles and amphibians.
$8-20 CAD
Timberline Live Waxworms
Timberline Live stands out as a market leader for live waxworms by focusing on high-volume breeding and efficient logistics, which delivers very competitive per-unit pricing for frequent feeders. In contrast to boutique suppliers here, Timberline's technical advantage is scale—lower cost and reliable availability—though it may offer fewer conditioning or specialized feeding options than premium vendors.
Plump, hearty worms
Fast-shipped fresh
Plump, hearty worms
Fast-shipped fresh
Review Summary
"Customers consistently highlight excellent freshness and low mortality with fast shipping, making them a go-to for regular feeders."
Breeder-approved favorite
Offers larger-quantity options for frequent feeders and breeders.
Breeder-approved favorite
Offers larger-quantity options for frequent feeders and breeders.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Timberline Live stands out as a market leader for live waxworms by focusing on high-volume breeding and efficient logistics, which delivers very competitive per-unit pricing for frequent feeders. In contrast to boutique suppliers here, Timberline's technical advantage is scale—lower cost and reliable availability—though it may offer fewer conditioning or specialized feeding options than premium vendors.
Plump, hearty worms
Fast-shipped fresh
Breeder-approved favorite
Offers larger-quantity options for frequent feeders and breeders.
Consistent size grading helps portion control and feeding schedules.
Plump, hearty worms
Fast-shipped fresh
Breeder-approved favorite
Offers larger-quantity options for frequent feeders and breeders.
Consistent size grading helps portion control and feeding schedules.
Rainbow Mealworms Butterworms
Rainbow Mealworms' butterworms earn a strong position by combining targeted nutrition for amphibians and reptiles with cold-chain shipping options that help preserve worm condition upon arrival, a key technical advantage for sensitive species. Compared with U.S.-based vendors on this list, Rainbow often offers competitive regional pricing and variety for Canadian customers, while remaining a premium option relative to bulk-focused suppliers.
Colorful snack party
Calcium-friendly option
Colorful snack party
Calcium-friendly option
Review Summary
"Buyers appreciate the variety and strong feeding response but note variable sizes and occasional dead worms on arrival; refrigeration is often needed to maintain quality."
Soft-bodied delight
Butterworms are soft, high-moisture larvae that attract picky eaters.
Soft-bodied delight
Butterworms are soft, high-moisture larvae that attract picky eaters.
Recreational Enjoyment
Rainbow Mealworms' butterworms earn a strong position by combining targeted nutrition for amphibians and reptiles with cold-chain shipping options that help preserve worm condition upon arrival, a key technical advantage for sensitive species. Compared with U.S.-based vendors on this list, Rainbow often offers competitive regional pricing and variety for Canadian customers, while remaining a premium option relative to bulk-focused suppliers.
Colorful snack party
Calcium-friendly option
Soft-bodied delight
Butterworms are soft, high-moisture larvae that attract picky eaters.
Lower chitin and easier to digest than many dry feeders.
Colorful snack party
Calcium-friendly option
Soft-bodied delight
Butterworms are soft, high-moisture larvae that attract picky eaters.
Lower chitin and easier to digest than many dry feeders.
$18-40 CAD
Recorp Inc. Live Waxworms
Recorp Inc. is notable as a reliable wholesale and bulk supplier of live waxworms, offering cost-effective packaging sizes and consistent live counts that make it attractive for breeders, rescues, and serious hobbyists. Versus boutique brands, Recorp's financial advantage is clear in lower unit prices for large orders, though it may not include the same level of husbandry guidance or specialized conditioning some smaller brands provide.
Bulk live packs
Consistent sizing
Bulk live packs
Consistent sizing
Review Summary
"Solid, consistent feeders with competitive pricing and generally good survival rates; some users report higher mortality during hot-weather shipments."
Budget-friendly feeder
Canadian supplier offering locally available live waxworms to Canadian keepers.
Budget-friendly feeder
Canadian supplier offering locally available live waxworms to Canadian keepers.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Recorp Inc. is notable as a reliable wholesale and bulk supplier of live waxworms, offering cost-effective packaging sizes and consistent live counts that make it attractive for breeders, rescues, and serious hobbyists. Versus boutique brands, Recorp's financial advantage is clear in lower unit prices for large orders, though it may not include the same level of husbandry guidance or specialized conditioning some smaller brands provide.
Bulk live packs
Consistent sizing
Budget-friendly feeder
Canadian supplier offering locally available live waxworms to Canadian keepers.
Good quality control and quick shipping to minimize stress on insects.
Bulk live packs
Consistent sizing
Budget-friendly feeder
Canadian supplier offering locally available live waxworms to Canadian keepers.
Good quality control and quick shipping to minimize stress on insects.
$10-22 CAD
The Worm Lady Live Butterworms
The Worm Lady is recognized for premium live butterworms conditioned for maximal palatability and nutrient density, making her stock especially useful for picky eaters and breeding amphibians. While typically priced above bulk wholesalers, this brand's technical focus on hand-rearing and conditioning delivers superior feeding response and health benefits compared with mass-produced alternatives, justifying the extra cost for specialized collections.
Tender, fatty worms
Specialty breeder source
Tender, fatty worms
Specialty breeder source
Review Summary
"Highly rated for exceptional freshness and attentive customer service, with many repeat buyers, though they are often pricier than mass-market suppliers."
Mild-mannered morsels
Specializes in butterworms with careful handling and freshness guarantees.
Mild-mannered morsels
Specializes in butterworms with careful handling and freshness guarantees.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Worm Lady is recognized for premium live butterworms conditioned for maximal palatability and nutrient density, making her stock especially useful for picky eaters and breeding amphibians. While typically priced above bulk wholesalers, this brand's technical focus on hand-rearing and conditioning delivers superior feeding response and health benefits compared with mass-produced alternatives, justifying the extra cost for specialized collections.
Tender, fatty worms
Specialty breeder source
Mild-mannered morsels
Specializes in butterworms with careful handling and freshness guarantees.
High moisture and palatable texture make them excellent for amphibians.
Tender, fatty worms
Specialty breeder source
Mild-mannered morsels
Specializes in butterworms with careful handling and freshness guarantees.
High moisture and palatable texture make them excellent for amphibians.
$20-45 CAD