{"product_id":"lebende-wachsmotten-larven-bienenmaden-larven-in-substrat-als-futtertier","title":"Live Wax Moth Larvae \/ Bee Maggots in Substrate as Feeder Insects","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWax moth larvae are true energy bundles: they provide plenty of fat and a good portion of high-quality protein – ideal nutrients for growth, skin health and metabolism. 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