Blue-Tongued Skinks

Blue-tongued skinks are omnivores whose wild diet is opportunistic — insects, snails, carrion, fruit and vegetation all appear, but not in equal parts. Young skinks eat mostly protein; adults shift toward vegetation, with fruit staying a small, occasional component throughout.

The Best Feeders

Dubia roaches are an excellent protein source — nutritionally dense without the fat load of some alternatives. Superworms and mealworms work for adults in moderation when rotated in, sized to jaw width — they shouldn't be a daily staple.

Feeding by Age

• Juveniles (under 12 months): Medium dubia roach nymphs daily, making up roughly 70–80% of the diet alongside greens.
• Adults: Large dubia roach nymphs 2–3 times weekly, dropping to roughly 50–60% of the diet as vegetables and fruit take a larger share.

Calcium & Gut-Loading

Dust insects with calcium at most feedings, and calcium with D3 weekly if your skink lacks UVB exposure. See our gut-loading guide for what we feed our colonies before they ship.

A Few Things to Watch For

Blue tongues are enthusiastic, sometimes indiscriminate eaters — keep portions in check. Excess protein specifically, not just overall volume, is what drives the obesity and kidney strain this species is prone to in captivity.