How does the BIOTIC Mealworm Dish help stop mealworms escaping?

The removable top ring extends over the lower bowl and keeps mealworms below its retaining edge. Reptiles can reach the insects through the central opening, while the overhanging form limits the outward movement that allows mealworms to leave an open dish and burrow into substrate.

Can supplement-coated mealworms be used in the dish?

Yes. Containing dusted mealworms at one feeding point reduces contact with substrate and décor, helping more vitamin or mineral powder remain on the insects until they are eaten. Use supplements only in the amount and frequency recommended for the species and by the supplement manufacturer or qualified care professional.

Is this dish suitable for every feeder insect?

No. The design is specifically intended for mealworms and should not be assumed to contain insects that jump, fly or climb differently. For crickets, use a feeder designed around cricket behaviour, such as the BIOTIC Cricket Feeder. Monitor every feeding session and remove uneaten insects according to the animal's care routine.

Which reptiles can use the BIOTIC Mealworm Dish?

The Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish suits insect-eating reptiles that feed at ground level and are offered mealworms, including many geckos. The reptile must be able to reach the mealworms comfortably through the central opening, so check that the animal's size and feeding behaviour suit the 9 × 9 × 3 cm dish.

Where should I place the BIOTIC Mealworm Dish?

Place the Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish level on the terrarium floor, where the reptile can easily reach the central opening and where you can see feeding take place. Its low, 3 cm-high profile fits naturally into terrestrial habitat layouts and keeps uneaten mealworms easy to spot and remove.

How do I clean the BIOTIC Mealworm Dish?

Lift the retaining ring away from the lower bowl to separate the Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish into two parts. Both parts have smooth, non-porous surfaces for quick hand cleaning, and the dishwasher-safe construction supports deeper sanitation when required. Dry both parts and fit the ring back onto the bowl before the next feeding.

BIOTIC Mealworm Dish design drawing showing its broad retaining rim, central access opening and two-part construction

Biotic Mealworm Dish

Keep mealworms visible, supplemented and within reach.

Keeps mealworms concentrated in a defined feeding point
Overhanging retaining ring is designed to prevent escape and burrowing
Central opening gives reptiles direct visual and physical access
Containment helps keep vitamin or mineral powder on feeder insects
Two-part construction opens fully for thorough cleaning
Dishwasher-safe 9 × 9 × 3 cm design fits compact floor layouts

Keep mealworms visible, available and out of the substrate. The Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish uses a rounded overhanging top ring and a dedicated access opening to contain active mealworms while letting reptiles feed comfortably. By keeping insects at one predictable point, the dish helps prevent burrowing, limits supplement loss on bedding and makes uneaten feeders easier to monitor.

Its low, 3 cm-high profile sits naturally in terrestrial habitat layouts without adding visual clutter. When feeding is finished, the retaining ring lifts away from the lower bowl, exposing both parts for quick, thorough cleaning. The smooth, non-porous, dishwasher-safe construction supports deeper sanitation when required. This dish is designed specifically around mealworm feeding; use an appropriate feeder for insects that jump, fly or climb differently.

Product name	Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish
SKU	PT4893
GTIN (UPC)	015561248938
Product type	Escape-resistant ground-level mealworm feeding dish
Dimensions	9 × 9 × 3 cm (3.54 × 3.54 × 1.18 in)
Construction	Lower bowl and removable overhanging retaining ring
Intended feeder	Mealworms
Product weight	0.040 kg
Care & maintenance	Smooth, non-porous and dishwasher-safe

Biomorphic by Design

The BIOTIC Mealworm Dish develops its function from a compact, low-profile form. The broad rounded rim flows around an irregular central opening, translating the BIOTIC range's natural geometry into the feeder's escape-resistant structure. A discreet perimeter seam reveals the two-part construction without disturbing the continuous silhouette. Functional containment, reptile access and straightforward cleaning are integrated into one calm, cohesive BIOTIC form rather than added afterwards as separate technical details.

Why do I need the Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish?

The Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish is an escape-resistant reptile feeding dish that helps keep live mealworms contained and visible at one defined feeding point. Containment reduces the chance of feeders escaping and burrowing into the terrarium substrate or spreading supplement coating. Reptiles can reach the mealworms through the opening, while the two-part dish separates for thorough cleaning.

Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish PT4893 with rounded retaining ring and central feeding opening

Helps contain mealworms and prevent burrowing

The Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish keeps mealworms at a defined feeding point, helping contain them and prevent burrowing into terrarium substrate. The retaining top limits outward movement while the opening lets reptiles reach their food. Keeping feeder insects visible also makes consumption easier to observe and uneaten mealworms easier to remove after feeding.

Helps keep supplements on mealworms

The Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish helps retain vitamin and mineral powder on dusted mealworms by limiting contact with substrate, décor and other terrarium surfaces. With less contact, less supplement is rubbed off before the feeder insects are eaten, supporting more consistent presentation. Supplement type and frequency should always follow the reptile’s species-specific feeding plan.

Two-part BIOTIC Mealworm Dish with the retaining ring removed from the lower bowl

BIOTIC Mealworm Dish size guide showing a 9-centimetre diameter and 3-centimetre height

Separates into two parts for cleaning

The Exo Terra BIOTIC Mealworm Dish separates into two parts, giving clear access to the lower bowl and removable retaining top for thorough cleaning. Smooth, non-porous surfaces help minimise residue build-up, and the dishwasher-safe construction supports deeper sanitation when required. Regular cleaning keeps this reptile mealworm feeder ready for controlled, hygienic use.