Assuming the eggs develop correctly, baby birds will also need that crucial calcium supply in their diets to keep growing strong bones, so never place mealworms in or near the nesting box.

For the best experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings. Mealworms are a healthy, nutritious snack full of protein that help hens lay a lot of eggs ...

Melinda continues, “Feed actively growing Venus flytraps live insects ... You can also purchase crickets and mealworms of the appropriate size at a pet store.” Melinda Myers is the official ...