Florida-Legal Feeders
Florida regulates certain non-native arthropods because of the potential risks they can pose to the state's agriculture and ecosystems. That means feeder insects commonly sold elsewhere in the United States aren't necessarily appropriate or legal choices in Florida.
One of the most important examples is roaches.
Discoid roaches vs. dubia roaches in Florida
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services lists the discoid cockroach (Blaberus discoidalis) among commonly permitted feeder arthropods suitable for culture as pet feeders.
By contrast, current FDACS guidance identifies non-native pet-trade feeder cockroaches including the dubia roach (Blaptica dubia) among prohibited organisms.
That's one reason Reptile Feeder Insects offers discoid roaches.
For Florida reptile keepers accustomed to seeing dubia roaches recommended online, discoids provide a feeder-roach option specifically recognized on the FDACS commonly permitted feeder list.
The rest of our range
Crickets, mealworms and hornworms are not subject to Florida's feeder-roach restrictions. Every feeder on this page is one Florida keepers can legally keep and receive.
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Florida regulations can change. This page is provided as general information, not legal advice. Always consult current FDACS requirements before acquiring, importing, breeding or selling regulated arthropods.
FDACS states that its commonly permitted feeder list is not comprehensive and recommends contacting its permit staff with questions. Moving arthropods across state lines can also trigger USDA or FDACS permitting requirements.