Species
Rat
Size grade
Large adult
Delivery
Pickup only
Rats Large Adult
Pickup available at Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium
Usually ready in 24 hours
Key features
- Whole prey: the entire animal, so your reptile gets bone, organs and muscle in one feed.
- Frozen: keeps in your freezer until feeding day.
- Part of a full size range in store, from pinkies up to XL Jumbo, so you can step up as your reptile grows.
Specifications
- Type: frozen whole rat
- Size: Large Adult
- Storage: keep frozen
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suitable for reptiles already sized for adult rats. If you are moving up a size or are unsure which size suits your animal, ask us in store.
Care
Thaw the rat in a sealed plastic bag in a container kept just for thawing, first in cold water until soft, then in warm water to bring it up to temperature. You can also thaw it slowly in a fridge that is not used for human food. Never use a microwave, as it leaves hot spots that can burn your reptile's mouth. Offer the rat with long tongs, not your fingers.
Safety
Feeder rodents can carry germs such as Salmonella, and freezing does not kill them. Never thaw rodents in the kitchen sink or where food is prepared, and wash your hands after handling them.
Warranty and delivery
Your rights under Australian Consumer Law apply. Frozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.