Roasted crickets are the preferred choice for pet owners who do not want the hassle or maintenance of live prey. Below are a few simple tips to help aid your reptile transition from live to roasted crickets. For whichever method you choose, please make sure the transition is gradual:

• Start by adding a small number of roasted crickets to the current food for your reptile. Every few days, add a larger amount until the transition is complete. Be sure to add extra moisture into the environment to compensate for the loss of fluids found in live prey.

• Mix roasted crickets with fruits or vegetables. Be sure to research the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables for your reptile before mixing, because some can be potentially harmful.

• You can also mix roasted crickets with baby food (such as peaches or bananas).

• If your reptile is tame enough to feed by hand, you can wiggle the roasted crickets in front of them to give the impression of live prey.