Why customers choose us

The Wasatch Standard

Live Arrival Guarantee

Carefully packed and protected by our live arrival policy.

Weather-Aware Shipping

Orders may be held during unsafe heat or cold to help protect feeder health.

Shipped Fast From Utah

Regional fulfillment throughout the Western United States.

Healthy, Active Banded Crickets

Clean, lively feeders raised for reptiles, amphibians, birds, and exotic pets.

Family Owned Since 2021

Personal service from a Utah-based team that understands live feeders.

Choosing the Right Size

Cricket Size Guide

Choosing the right feeder size is important for your animal’s health and feeding success. Use this guide to find the best starting point.

Smallest Size

Pinhead

Best for:

  • Hatchling reptiles
  • Tiny amphibians
  • Very small insectivores
Very Small

1/8"

Best for:

  • Small geckos
  • Young frogs
  • Small juvenile reptiles
Small

1/4"

Best for:

  • Juvenile reptiles
  • Small lizards
  • Growing insectivores
Medium

1/2"

Best for:

  • Medium reptiles
  • Juvenile bearded dragons
  • Medium insectivores
Large

3/4"

Best for:

  • Adult bearded dragons
  • Medium-to-large reptiles
  • Adult insectivores
Largest Size

7/8" Large

Best for:

  • Large reptiles
  • Large insectivores
  • Animals accustomed to full-size feeders

Feeding recommendations vary by species and individual animal size. When in doubt, choose a slightly smaller cricket.

From Our Facility to Your Door

How We Protect Every Shipment

Every live cricket order is carefully reviewed, packed, and shipped with feeder health in mind so your insects arrive healthy and ready to feed.

Weather Review

Before shipping, we monitor temperatures and carrier conditions. If weather could impact feeder health, we’ll delay shipment until conditions improve.

Packed in Utah

Every order is packed in Utah using breathable packaging and handling practices designed to support healthy live arrival.

Ships Monday–Thursday

Live cricket orders ship Monday through Thursday to help avoid weekend transit delays and reduce unnecessary stress on the insects.

Live Arrival Guarantee

Eligible live cricket orders are protected by our Live Arrival Guarantee for added confidence with every shipment.

Shipping Tip: Order by 4:00 AM MST for same-day shipping eligibility, subject to product availability, weather conditions, and carrier schedules.

Professional Accounts

Reliable Cricket Supply for Breeders and Growing Businesses

Our wholesale program is designed for professional breeders, pet stores, rescues, zoos, educational organizations, and other high-volume feeder buyers looking for dependable live banded crickets and a simple, repeatable ordering experience.

Become a Wholesale Partner

Wholesale Pricing

Approved accounts receive pricing designed for ongoing feeder demand, making weekly ordering simple and cost-effective.

Reliable Weekly Supply

Order the cricket sizes and quantities your animals or customers need through a streamlined wholesale account built for repeat ordering.

Quick Answers

Feeder questions, answered.

A few fast answers before you order live banded crickets from Wasatch Feeder Insects.

What size crickets should I order? +

Choose crickets no larger than the space between your pet’s eyes. When in doubt, size down.

When do live cricket orders ship? +

We ship live feeder orders Monday through Thursday. Orders placed by 4:00 AM MST are eligible for same-day shipping. We also recommend ordering earlier in the week whenever possible to help reduce weekend transit delays and support healthier live arrival.

Do you offer wholesale pricing? +

Yes. Approved wholesale accounts can access dealer pricing, bulk ordering, and account-based purchasing.

How should I care for crickets after delivery? +

Bring them inside promptly, transfer them to a ventilated keeper, and provide food and hydration.

Where do you ship? +

We currently focus on regional western shipping from Utah. Available shipping options will appear at checkout.