Live Axolotl Food | UK-Grown Dendrobaena Worms | Wormi Vermi - 100g Most popular
Live Dendrobaena Worms for Axolotls
Fresh UK-grown live food for healthy, thriving axolotls.
If you are asking, “What do axolotls eat?” the answer is simple.
Earthworms.
Also sold as "night crawlers" or "nightcrawler worms". Dendrobaena veneta is the species UK axolotl keepers rely on as a staple live food.
Live worms are one of the most natural and complete foods you can feed your axolotl. Our Dendrobaena worms are carefully bred in the UK with no pesticides or chemicals. They are clean, active, guaranteed parasite-free, and ready to feed.
Why Feed Dendrobaena Worms?
Axolotls are carnivores. In the wild, they eat worms, insect larvae, and small aquatic prey.
Live worms:
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Are high in protein
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Contains natural moisture
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Support steady growth
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Help maintain a healthy weight
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Encourage natural hunting behaviour
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Produce less tank mess than frozen food
Many experienced keepers rely on earthworms as a staple diet. Pellets can support feeding. Worms should form the core.
Which Size Should You Choose?
Choosing the right size matters.
Juvenile axolotls (under 15cm):
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Cut worms into smaller pieces
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Feed once daily
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Remove uneaten food after 20 minutes
Sub-adults and adults (15cm+):
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Feed whole worms if size allows
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Feed every 2–3 days
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Offer 1–3 worms depending on size
Your axolotl’s belly should be about the same width as its head. If it looks wider, reduce feeding slightly. If it looks narrow, increase gradually.
Consistency builds strong growth.
What If My Axolotl Refuses Worms?
Dendrobaena worms naturally release a mild defensive secretion. Some axolotls notice it.
If yours spits worms out:
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Rinse worms in cool dechlorinated water
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Pat dry before feeding
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Lightly blanch in warm water for a few seconds
Most axolotls accept them quickly once introduced properly.
If you are switching from pellets or frozen food, give it time. Axolotls often need a few feeds to adjust.
Not sure how much to feed, or how often? Feeding amounts change as your axolotl grows — a juvenile needs something very different to a two-year-old adult. Our axolotl feeding guide covers portion sizes, feeding frequency by age, and how to introduce live worms to a fussy eater.
How Often Should You Feed?
This depends on age and water temperature.
General guide:
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Juveniles: daily
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Adults: every 2 to 3 days
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Colder water: slightly less often
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Warmer water: slightly more often
Always monitor weight and activity levels. Every axolotl is slightly different.
Storage and Care
Your worms arrive fresh and active.
For best results:
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Keep bedding slightly moist
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Allow air flow
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Do not seal airtight
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Check weekly
Worms are living animals. Proper care keeps them in top condition for feeding.
Why Buy From Wormi Vermi?
You are not buying from a mass importer.
You are buying from a UK breeder who understands axolotls.
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Freshly harvested before dispatch
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Royal Mail tracked delivery Monday to Friday
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Live arrival guarantee
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No photo required for refund or resend
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Trusted by repeat customers
Many of our customers feed monthly. Some have been with us since we launched.
If your axolotl eats worms regularly, this becomes simple routine husbandry. Reliable supply matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these safe for all axolotls?
Yes. Adjust worm size to suit your axolotl’s age.
Can I feed worms only?
Yes. Earthworms are widely accepted as a complete staple food.
Do I need pellets as well?
Optional. Some keepers use pellets for variety. Worms can be the main diet.
How long do the worms last?
Stored in their bedding in a cool spot, a garage, shed, or underneath the axolotl tank, they'll stay healthy for four to six weeks. Keep the bedding slightly moist. They can live in the bag they arrive in or in a ventilated box. A 100g bag lasts most keepers a couple of weeks.
The Bottom Line
If you want:
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Steady growth
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Strong body condition
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Natural feeding behaviour
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A simple, proven diet
Live Dendrobaena worms are the right choice.
Order today and keep feeding simple.
- 5 stars: 52 (96%)
- 4 stars: 1 (2%)
- 3 stars: 1 (2%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)
Ordered a full kit, 100g worms, the worm food and the keeper box came as a free gift. They are great quality and my Axolotl’s can’t get enough they really enjoy them.
Customer service is excellent, I had a few questions and Nathan got back to me and helped with everything that I needed. Super fast delivery too. Gained a customer for life now. Thank you so much
Thank you so much! Really glad the axolotls are enjoying the worms and everything arrived as it should. Always happy to answer questions — that's what we're here for.
Quick delivery, worms alive on arrival and seem to be in good health.
Fast delivery excellent product
Swift quick deliver always packaged well good quality
Fast delivery and well packed
Some of the wee buggers escaped.i came down one morning and they were on the kitchen floor.
They LIVE ! and I didn't need funny sunglasses to figure that out ( and I don't like bubblegum ) I was worried about their survival in the heat , but service was prompt and four were consumed by the axolotls before the rest were settled in the worm farm . They are all healthy and I will be buying again! ( cba to dig in this heat )
Very well packaged and it actually lasts for longer, please it like that and don’t change anything. Best of luck.
Thank you Anamaria. Don't worry, the only reason we'd ever change anything is if it stopped working. Any issues with future orders, though, we'll always make it right.
Recently came across this company and was impressed with the info and helpful videos on caring for the worms. An added bonus is that they also have axolotls. Ordered the bundle to get started. Came quickly and well packaged. Worms look good quality. Thanks for the cardboard strips too. My axolotls will be happy .
Hi Christine, thanks for the review, glad the videos helped. I think it's much easier to do something when you can see it in front of you. Always here if you need anything else or have any questions.
Nathan
The best worm i have had
Absolutely fantastic 👏 highly recommend, fantastic customer service, tracked delivery 10 🌟 +
Great service! Really fast delivery, and the worms were great quality and well packaged. My axolotl was really happy. Thank you.
I had a lid missing from my order, contacted and instantly resolved, wonderful helpful company
Great service. Great quality worms. My axolotls appreciate your service!
Always arrives faster than original date,
Always big healthy worms
And the advice and help has been amazing to help me keep them alive longer for my axolotl Jackie
Deffo recommend
Very quick delivery. Thank you x
Fantastic quality and very fast delivery , the product is exactly as described my axolotl loves the worms. Perfect ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Lemon, otherwise known as 'Lemmy' the axolotl gobble up her worms avidly. She's a very healthy, happy axi thanks to Nathan and all at Wormi-vermi.co.uk. Top marks!
Excellent customer service fast delivery and really helpful
Worms all arrived alive and well and in exellent packaging, seller is highly responsive and quick to send out package. Recommend to anyone
Excellent as always 5*
Very fast delivery, worms looked healthy and very well packaged!!! Daughter axos loved them!
First time ordering,very happy with the service, will be ordering again.
This is brilliant to hear, thank you so much! Healthy, hungry axolotls are exactly what we’re here for.
Brilliant active specimens - one happy Axel!
Arrived and were in amazing quality no dead worms fast delivery too and in a letterbox package so no need to be home brilliant service and good communication with me thanks
Great health but 100g bag is no where near the estimate of 100 worms, closer to 20 worms
Cheers for the review. Glad the worms themselves arrived in good shape, and the moment you flagged the count, we got more sent your way. We pack and weigh every bag by hand, so feedback like this matters to us. If something doesn't look right when your bag lands, just drop us a line and we'll make it right.
Worms look fantastic - my axolotl is very happy with them.
5* customer service
Bought these worms for my wormery. Excellent price, excellent delivery and excellent worms :). Will defo use again
Perfect for axolotls
They know what you want dendrobaena worms are exactly what I needed for axolotls ive bought off other sites and had tiger worms mixed in which are not good for axolotls. thanks
Super fast delivery and my axolotls are very happy and well fed worms
Great products arrived on time, so grateful as I have been having major issues trying to buy worms for my axolotl.
- 5 stars: 52 (96%)
- 4 stars: 1 (2%)
- 3 stars: 1 (2%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)
Ordered a full kit, 100g worms, the worm food and the keeper box came as a free gift. They are great quality and my Axolotl’s can’t get enough they really enjoy them.
Customer service is excellent, I had a few questions and Nathan got back to me and helped with everything that I needed. Super fast delivery too. Gained a customer for life now. Thank you so much
Thank you so much! Really glad the axolotls are enjoying the worms and everything arrived as it should. Always happy to answer questions — that's what we're here for.
Quick delivery, worms alive on arrival and seem to be in good health.
Fast delivery excellent product
Swift quick deliver always packaged well good quality
Fast delivery and well packed
Some of the wee buggers escaped.i came down one morning and they were on the kitchen floor.
They LIVE ! and I didn't need funny sunglasses to figure that out ( and I don't like bubblegum ) I was worried about their survival in the heat , but service was prompt and four were consumed by the axolotls before the rest were settled in the worm farm . They are all healthy and I will be buying again! ( cba to dig in this heat )
Very well packaged and it actually lasts for longer, please it like that and don’t change anything. Best of luck.
Thank you Anamaria. Don't worry, the only reason we'd ever change anything is if it stopped working. Any issues with future orders, though, we'll always make it right.
Recently came across this company and was impressed with the info and helpful videos on caring for the worms. An added bonus is that they also have axolotls. Ordered the bundle to get started. Came quickly and well packaged. Worms look good quality. Thanks for the cardboard strips too. My axolotls will be happy .
Hi Christine, thanks for the review, glad the videos helped. I think it's much easier to do something when you can see it in front of you. Always here if you need anything else or have any questions.
Nathan
The best worm i have had
Absolutely fantastic 👏 highly recommend, fantastic customer service, tracked delivery 10 🌟 +
Great service! Really fast delivery, and the worms were great quality and well packaged. My axolotl was really happy. Thank you.
I had a lid missing from my order, contacted and instantly resolved, wonderful helpful company
Great service. Great quality worms. My axolotls appreciate your service!
Always arrives faster than original date,
Always big healthy worms
And the advice and help has been amazing to help me keep them alive longer for my axolotl Jackie
Deffo recommend
Very quick delivery. Thank you x
Fantastic quality and very fast delivery , the product is exactly as described my axolotl loves the worms. Perfect ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Lemon, otherwise known as 'Lemmy' the axolotl gobble up her worms avidly. She's a very healthy, happy axi thanks to Nathan and all at Wormi-vermi.co.uk. Top marks!
Excellent customer service fast delivery and really helpful
Worms all arrived alive and well and in exellent packaging, seller is highly responsive and quick to send out package. Recommend to anyone
Excellent as always 5*
Very fast delivery, worms looked healthy and very well packaged!!! Daughter axos loved them!
First time ordering,very happy with the service, will be ordering again.
This is brilliant to hear, thank you so much! Healthy, hungry axolotls are exactly what we’re here for.
Brilliant active specimens - one happy Axel!
Arrived and were in amazing quality no dead worms fast delivery too and in a letterbox package so no need to be home brilliant service and good communication with me thanks
Great health but 100g bag is no where near the estimate of 100 worms, closer to 20 worms
Cheers for the review. Glad the worms themselves arrived in good shape, and the moment you flagged the count, we got more sent your way. We pack and weigh every bag by hand, so feedback like this matters to us. If something doesn't look right when your bag lands, just drop us a line and we'll make it right.
Worms look fantastic - my axolotl is very happy with them.
5* customer service
Bought these worms for my wormery. Excellent price, excellent delivery and excellent worms :). Will defo use again
Perfect for axolotls
They know what you want dendrobaena worms are exactly what I needed for axolotls ive bought off other sites and had tiger worms mixed in which are not good for axolotls. thanks
Super fast delivery and my axolotls are very happy and well fed worms
Great products arrived on time, so grateful as I have been having major issues trying to buy worms for my axolotl.