--- product_id: 529872402 title: "Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates" brand: "livefoods4u" price: "R457" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Livefoods4u" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/529872402-live-flightless-fruit-flies-fruit-flies-only-hatched-live-food store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Stimulates natural hunting Sustainably bred cultures High-protein live feed Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates **Brand:** livefoods4u **Price:** R457 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🦎 Feed the wild sideβ€”live, fresh, and protein-packed! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates by livefoods4u - **How much does it cost?** R457 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/529872402-live-flightless-fruit-flies-fruit-flies-only-hatched-live-food) ## Best For - livefoods4u enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted livefoods4u brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Wellbeing Booster:** Encourages natural hunting instincts, promoting healthier, happier pets. - β€’ **Eco-Friendly Feeding:** Sustainably bred cultures that align with your green lifestyle. - β€’ **Versatile Diet Solution:** Perfect for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates of all small breeds. - β€’ **Ready-to-Use Convenience:** Hatched and live on arrivalβ€”no waiting, just feed and watch natural behaviors unfold. - β€’ **Protein-Packed Powerhouse:** Boost your pet’s vitality with nutrient-rich live fruit flies. ## Overview Livefoods4u Live Flightless Fruit Flies offer a high-protein, amino acid-rich live food option sustainably bred for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Delivered hatched and ready to stimulate natural hunting behaviors, these fruit flies support the health and wellbeing of small species like newts, mantids, and poison arrow frogs. ## Description Product Description video Drosophila hydei Regular Fruit Fly Culture A complete culture of flightless fruitflies in a pre-packed tub containing culture medium, eggs, larvae and pupa. The culture will continue to produce new flies for several weeks and should be kept at normal room temperature. They might have adult flies in the culture but often they don’t! New flies will emerge given time. Live Food Care Both the hatched flies, and the culture comes with everything needed, although more fruit can be added to the culture once all hatched to prolong the shelf life. Keep at room temperature. Live Food Care Both the hatched flies, and the culture comes with everything needed, although more fruit can be added to the culture once all hatched to prolong the shelf life. Keep at room temperature. What does the culture come with? The culture of flightless fruit flies contains eggs, larvae and pupa. The culture will continue to produce new flies for several weeks and should be kept at normal room temperature. There may or may not be ready hatched flies. What does the culture come with? The culture of flightless fruit flies contains eggs, larvae and pupa. The culture will continue to produce new flies for several weeks and should be kept at normal room temperature. There may or may not be ready hatched flies. What species of fly are Livefoods4u Live Fruit Flies? We offer two species. Drosophila hydei are the larger of the two, and Drosophila melanogaster (Golden Fruit Flies) are the smaller species. What species of fly are Livefoods4u Live Fruit Flies? We offer two species. Drosophila hydei are the larger of the two, and Drosophila melanogaster (Golden Fruit Flies) are the smaller species. What nutrition do they provide? Drosophila fruit flies are an excellent source of easily digestible protein. They also contain essential amino acids, and vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin D, and vitamin E, as well as calcium, iron, and zinc. What nutrition do they provide? Drosophila fruit flies are an excellent source of easily digestible protein. They also contain essential amino acids, and vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin D, and vitamin E, as well as calcium, iron, and zinc. Which species of fly is best for me? If you keep very small species, such as Ranitomeya or Mantella frogs, or hatchling Mourning Geckos and spiderlings, then the Golden Fruit Flies may be best. Our normal fruit flies are suited to slightly larger species of Poison frog or Day gecko. Which species of fly is best for me? If you keep very small species, such as Ranitomeya or Mantella frogs, or hatchling Mourning Geckos and spiderlings, then the Golden Fruit Flies may be best. Our normal fruit flies are suited to slightly larger species of Poison frog or Day gecko. Fruit Fly Pack Options Fruit Fly Culture Flies ready? Continuous supply? Approx Size of Fly 4mm Time to turn to fly 2-3 Weeks Learn More Fruit Fly Culture Flies ready? Continuous supply? Approx Size of Fly 4mm Time to turn to fly 2-3 Weeks Fruit Flies Hatched Flies ready? Continuous supply? Approx Size of Fly 4mm Time to turn to fly Already Flies Learn More Fruit Flies Hatched Already Flies Golden Fruit Fly Culture Flies ready? Continuous supply? Approx Size of Fly 2.5mm Time to turn to fly 1-2 Weeks Learn More Golden Fruit Fly Culture 2.5mm 1-2 Weeks Drosophila melanogaster Drosophilia melanogaster will reach a max size of 2.5mm and are an ideal prey item for small amphibians such as Ranitomeya and Mantellas, small invertebrates and other small reptiles. A complete culture of flightless fruitflies in a pre-packed tub containing culture medium, eggs, larvae and pupa. The culture will continue to produce new flies for several weeks and should be kept at normal room temperature. Warmer temperatures will speed up development but may shorten the lifespan of the culture. Review: All Living - Fruit flies were well packed (in along with crickets) arrived safe and well and all were living. My praying mantis enjoyed a nice treat! I would definitely recommend Livefoods4u! Review: Too expensive - Desperate to get some flies so had to buy these. Yes they looked healthy in a good size pot, but there weren't many in there so still had to buy a culture. If like me you have to pay for these to tyed you over. ## Features - Livefoods4u Fruit Flies Sustainably Bred Available in a Culture or Ready Hatched Flies Only - The Culture and the Flies Only have Everything Needed to Sustain them - Suitable for a Wide Range of Smaller Species Including Newts, Spiders, Mantids, Toads, and Poison Arrow frogs. - Encourages and Stimulates Natural Behaviours, Important for the Health, and Wellbeing of Many Species - High In Protein and a Source of Amino Acids ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0C3WQ6Q2Z | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Age range (description) | All Life Stages | | Animal Food Diet Type | Raw | | Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein | | Best Sellers Rank | 18,429 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 160 in Food & Treats for Reptiles | | Brand | livefoods4u | | Brand Name | livefoods4u | | Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds | | Container Type | Bag | | Customer Reviews | 3.5 out of 5 stars 47 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Small | | Flavour | Fruit Flies Only (Hatched) | | Item Form | Live Food | | Item form | Live Food | | Manufacturer | livefoods4u | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Birthday | | Special Ingredients | Fruit Flies | | Special ingredients | Fruit Flies | | Specific Uses For Product | Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates | | Specific uses for product | Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates | | Target Species | Amphibian, Reptile | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** All Life Stages - **Brand:** livefoods4u - **Flavour:** Fruit Flies Only (Hatched) - **Item form:** Live Food - **Specific uses for product:** Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates ## Images ![Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71qGBkxHntL.jpg) ![Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/612IOLf9-PL.jpg) ![Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71elRgDe+wL.jpg) ![Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51FG2p7neNL.jpg) ![Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/514hBMHeCDL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Live Food Care** A: Both the hatched flies, and the culture comes with everything needed, although more fruit can be added to the culture once all hatched to prolong the shelf life. Keep at room temperature. **Q: What does the culture come with?** A: The culture of flightless fruit flies contains eggs, larvae and pupa. The culture will continue to produce new flies for several weeks and should be kept at normal room temperature. There may or may not be ready hatched flies. **Q: What species of fly are Livefoods4u Live Fruit Flies?** A: We offer two species. Drosophila hydei are the larger of the two, and Drosophila melanogaster (Golden Fruit Flies) are the smaller species. **Q: What nutrition do they provide?** A: Drosophila fruit flies are an excellent source of easily digestible protein. They also contain essential amino acids, and vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin D, and vitamin E, as well as calcium, iron, and zinc. **Q: Which species of fly is best for me?** A: If you keep very small species, such as Ranitomeya or Mantella frogs, or hatchling Mourning Geckos and spiderlings, then the Golden Fruit Flies may be best. Our normal fruit flies are suited to slightly larger species of Poison frog or Day gecko. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All Living *by F***. on 20 January 2025* Fruit flies were well packed (in along with crickets) arrived safe and well and all were living. My praying mantis enjoyed a nice treat! I would definitely recommend Livefoods4u! ### ⭐⭐⭐ Too expensive *by D***Y on 15 September 2023* Desperate to get some flies so had to buy these. Yes they looked healthy in a good size pot, but there weren't many in there so still had to buy a culture. If like me you have to pay for these to tyed you over. ### ⭐ Live on arrival, dead the next day *by I***S on 29 October 2025* Bought the live (hatched) flies - not culture. Dozens of live flies on day of arrival, kept at room temperature, all dead a day later. For Β£8, my spiderling got 1 fly meal. Will now have to source more flies ASAP... ## Frequently Bought Together - Livefoods4u Live Flightless Fruit Flies – (Fruit Flies Only - Hatched) Live Food for Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates - Livefoods4u Live Springtails for Terrariums 1 Tub - Perfect for bioactive set ups | Livefood | Clean up Crew - acomantis 16oz tub Flightless Fruit Flies (Drosophila Culture) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/529872402-live-flightless-fruit-flies-fruit-flies-only-hatched-live-food](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/529872402-live-flightless-fruit-flies-fruit-flies-only-hatched-live-food) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-28*