{"title":"Frozen Mice","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrozen mice for reptile and snake feeding, available in all sizes from pinkies through to XL jumbo.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mice-xl-jumbo","title":"Mice XL Jumbo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe largest frozen feeder mouse we stock, sized for bigger adult snakes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mice XL Jumbo are whole frozen adult mice at the top of the feeder mouse size ladder. Each pack is a single mouse, sold frozen and ready to thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLargest size on the ladder\u003c\/strong\u003e — XL jumbo sits at the top of the feeder mouse size range, typically 30–45 g and up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent sizing\u003c\/strong\u003e — graded to the XL jumbo class so portions stay predictable as you plan feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL Jumbo (extra-large adult)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–45 g and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 mouse per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger adult snakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder mice are graded by size, not age alone. A common rule of thumb is to choose a mouse close to the widest part of the reptile's body — go smaller if you're unsure, since undersized prey is safer than oversized prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mice-pinkies\"\u003ePinkie\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatchling snakes, small juvenile lizards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuzzie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5–5.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung hatchlings stepping up from pinkie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowing juveniles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mice-weaners\"\u003eWeaner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9–15 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSub-adult snakes and larger juveniles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult corn snakes, smaller adult pythons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXL Jumbo (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–45 g and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger adult snakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight bands are the widely used industry standard for feeder mouse grading and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual animals vary, and at the jumbo end especially, weight can run higher than the range shown. We currently stock pinkie, weaner and XL jumbo; ask in-store if you need fuzzie, hopper or standard adult sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole mouse, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and fur in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger adult snakes that need a bigger feed than a standard adult mouse provides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hatchlings, juveniles or smaller adult reptiles — an XL jumbo is oversized for them and increases the risk of regurgitation. Step down the ladder above instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Because of the larger size, allow extra time to thaw: a sealed bag in the fridge overnight, or room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes until soft all the way through the body — never a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. Warm the thawed mouse in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed mouse — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — essential at this size for safe handling, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many mice come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne mouse per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size reptile is an XL jumbo mouse for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarger adult snakes whose body width matches or exceeds a standard adult mouse — check against the size table above before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed XL jumbo?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShould I feed an XL jumbo mouse or move to rats?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat depends on your snake's species and size rather than the mouse alone — if you're unsure, ask our team before stepping up to a different prey animal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242214048035,"sku":"AA3797","price":42.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/mice-xl-jumbo-43506982682915.webp?v=1790234086"},{"product_id":"mice-adult","title":"Mice Adult","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA whole frozen mouse sized for adult colubrids, smaller pythons and monitors.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a frozen Adult mouse, approximately 18–30 g — a clean, whole-prey feeder for snakes, monitors and other carnivorous reptiles that have grown past hopper-sized prey. Frozen fresh and never previously thawed, it's sold individually and needs full thawing before feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole prey, not processed\u003c\/strong\u003e — a complete, balanced meal with fur, bone and organs intact, exactly as an obligate carnivore is built to eat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size grade\u003c\/strong\u003e — approximately 18–30 g, the step up from Hoppers for reptiles that have outgrown smaller prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen fresh, not freeze-dried\u003c\/strong\u003e — retains natural moisture and nutrition that freeze-dried prey loses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent sizing within the grade\u003c\/strong\u003e — makes it easier to track how much your animal is eating over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold individually\u003c\/strong\u003e — buy exactly the number you need for your feeding schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA2317\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e000202161301\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMouse (Mus musculus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult, approx. 18–30 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey, sold individually\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReptiles and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMouse feeders are graded by weight, not just name, because \"Adult\" can mean a different size from one supplier to the next. As a general guide, choose a mouse close to the width of the thickest part of your snake's body — if you're unsure, size down rather than up to avoid a difficult feed or regurgitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize grade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinkie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5–3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatchling to small juvenile snakes, small lizards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuzzy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJuvenile snakes stepping up from pinkies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–13 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSub-adult snakes and larger juvenile monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–30 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult colubrids, smaller pythons and boas, monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJumbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 g and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger adult pythons, boas and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is the Adult grade. We also stock Pinkie, Fuzzy, Hopper and Jumbo mice separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThawing and storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen at -18°C or below until you're ready to feed. Thaw fully before offering — either in the fridge for several hours, or sealed in a bag and submerged in cool water until soft all the way through, including the body cavity. Never microwave or use hot water, and never feed a mouse that's still cold or partly frozen in the middle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm to roughly room temperature before offering for the best feeding response. Never refreeze a mouse once it has thawed — if your reptile doesn't take it, discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e adult colubrid snakes, smaller pythons and boas, monitors and other carnivorous reptiles, plus birds of prey, sized appropriately to the Adult grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hatchlings or small juvenile reptiles — an Adult mouse is too large a meal for them and risks regurgitation. Choose a Pinkie, Fuzzy or Hopper instead. Also not suitable for herbivorous or insectivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know if my snake needs Adult or Jumbo mice?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the mouse to the thickest part of your snake's body — it should be roughly the same width. If Adult mice are still a comfortable, complete meal, stay at this size; move up to Jumbo only once Adult mice stop being enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a mouse if my reptile doesn't eat it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — once a frozen mouse has thawed it must be fed or discarded. Refreezing thawed prey is a food-safety risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to warm the mouse before feeding?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull thawing to around room temperature gives the best feeding response from most snakes, which key in on warmth as well as movement and scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs whole prey better than processed reptile food?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor obligate carnivores like snakes and monitors, whole prey provides a complete, balanced diet — bones for calcium, organs for micronutrients, and fur for roughage — that's difficult to replicate in a processed food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by your rights as an Australian consumer; contact us if there is a problem with it and we'll sort it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242284564771,"sku":"AA2317","price":37.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/mice-adult-43506982617379.webp?v=1790234088"},{"product_id":"mice-weaners","title":"Mice Weaners","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA mid-sized frozen feeder mouse for sub-adult snakes stepping up from smaller prey.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mice Weaners are whole frozen young mice at the weaning stage, sized between hoppers and full adults. Each pack is a single mouse, sold frozen and ready to thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMid-ladder size\u003c\/strong\u003e — weaners sit in the middle of the feeder mouse size range, roughly 9–15 g each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent sizing\u003c\/strong\u003e — graded to the weaner class so portions stay predictable as you plan feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeaner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9–15 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 mouse per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSub-adult snakes and larger juvenile reptiles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder mice are graded by size, not age alone. A common rule of thumb is to choose a mouse close to the widest part of the reptile's body — go smaller if you're unsure, since undersized prey is safer than oversized prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mice-pinkies\"\u003ePinkie\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatchling snakes, small juvenile lizards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuzzie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5–5.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung hatchlings stepping up from pinkie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowing juveniles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeaner (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9–15 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSub-adult snakes and larger juveniles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult corn snakes, smaller adult pythons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mice-xl-jumbo\"\u003eXL Jumbo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 g and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger adult snakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight bands are the widely used industry standard for feeder mouse grading and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual animals vary. We currently stock pinkie, weaner and XL jumbo; ask in-store if you need fuzzie, hopper or standard adult sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole mouse, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and fur in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e sub-adult snakes and larger juvenile reptiles ready to move up from hopper-sized prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hatchlings and small juveniles, for whom a weaner is oversized — use a pinkie, fuzzie or hopper instead; also too small for larger adult snakes, which need adult or XL jumbo sizing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. Warm the thawed mouse to roughly body temperature in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed mouse — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering thawed prey, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. 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Frozen fresh and never previously thawed, it's sold individually and needs full thawing before feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole prey, not processed\u003c\/strong\u003e — a complete, balanced meal with fur, bone and organs intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJumbo size grade\u003c\/strong\u003e — approximately 30 g and up, the largest mouse grade in our range, for animals that have outgrown Adult mice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen fresh, not freeze-dried\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps the natural moisture and nutrition freeze-dried prey loses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent sizing within the grade\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps you judge portion and feeding frequency for a large reptile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold individually\u003c\/strong\u003e — buy exactly the number you need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA2318\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e202161310\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMouse (Mus musculus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJumbo, approx. 30 g and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey, sold individually\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReptiles and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMouse feeders are graded by weight, not just name. As a general guide, choose a mouse close to the width of the thickest part of your snake's body — if you're unsure, size down rather than up to avoid a difficult feed or regurgitation. 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Each pack is a single mouse, sold frozen and ready to thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmallest size on the ladder\u003c\/strong\u003e — pinkies sit at the bottom of the feeder mouse size range, roughly 1–3.5 g each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent sizing\u003c\/strong\u003e — graded to the pinkie class so portions stay predictable as you plan feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinkie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 mouse per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatchling and small reptiles, some birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder mice are graded by size, not age alone. A common rule of thumb is to choose a mouse close to the widest part of the reptile's body — go smaller if you're unsure, since undersized prey is safer than oversized prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePinkie (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatchling snakes, small juvenile lizards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuzzie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5–5.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoung hatchlings stepping up from pinkie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowing juveniles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mice-weaners\"\u003eWeaner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9–15 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSub-adult snakes and larger juveniles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult corn snakes, smaller adult pythons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mice-xl-jumbo\"\u003eXL Jumbo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 g and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger adult snakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight bands are the widely used industry standard for feeder mouse grading and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual animals vary. We currently stock pinkie, weaner and XL jumbo; ask in-store if you need fuzzie, hopper or standard adult sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole mouse, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and fur in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hatchling and small colubrids, small pythons, and other carnivorous reptiles sized for pinkie prey; also used for some birds of prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger juvenile or adult reptiles, where a pinkie is too small to be a worthwhile feed — size up the ladder above instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. Warm the thawed mouse to roughly body temperature in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed mouse — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering thawed prey, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many pinkies come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne mouse per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size reptile is a pinkie for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePinkies suit hatchling snakes and small juvenile lizards — the width of the mouse should be close to the widest part of the reptile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed pinkie?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMy reptile won't take a pinkie — what now?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck you're offering warm, not hot or cold, prey with tongs and a little movement, in a quiet, dimly lit spot. 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