{"product_id":"zoo-med-creatures-feeding-tongs-glow-in-the-dark-blue-6-in","title":"Zoo Med Creatures Feeding Tongs Glow in the Dark Blue 6 in","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGlow-in-the-Dark Feeding Tongs for Invertebrates and Creature Pets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eZoo Med Creatures Feeding Tongs are a purpose-built feeding tool designed for praying mantises, insects, and other invertebrates. At 6 inches in length, these tongs provide a safe distance between your hand and your creature pets during feeding, reducing stress for both keeper and animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe glow-in-the-dark blue design adds a fun, functional element to the feeding experience, making the tongs easy to locate in low-light terrarium environments. Whether you're offering live prey, jelly cups, or other food items, these tongs give you precise control for accurate, mess-free feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA practical everyday tool for any invertebrate keeper, the Zoo Med Creatures Feeding Tongs are built to make feeding sessions safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-inch length provides safe distance between hand and invertebrate during feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for praying mantises, insects, and other invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlow-in-the-dark blue design for easy visibility in low-light enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafer feeding experience for both keeper and creature pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise control for accurate, targeted food delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and easy to handle for daily feeding routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Invertebrate Keepers Choose It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding invertebrates like praying mantises and other delicate insects requires care and precision. Using bare hands can stress the animal or result in accidental contact with defensive species. Zoo Med Creatures Feeding Tongs give keepers a reliable, purpose-designed tool that makes feeding sessions safer and more controlled. The glow-in-the-dark feature is a practical bonus for keepers who maintain nocturnal or low-light enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeeding Tongs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlow in the Dark Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeeding Praying Mantises, Insects, and Invertebrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecial Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlow in the Dark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6-inch length is intentionally sized to keep hands at a safe distance from invertebrates during feeding, reducing the risk of startling or stressing the animal. The glow-in-the-dark blue material makes the tongs easy to spot in dimly lit enclosures or during evening feeding sessions. The tong design allows for precise gripping and placement of food items, giving keepers full control over where and how food is delivered within the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSetup and Usage Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the feeding tongs to pick up live prey, jelly cups, or other food items and deliver them directly to your invertebrate. The 6-inch length keeps your hand safely away from the animal during feeding. Rinse tongs after use to maintain hygiene. Suitable for use with praying mantises, stick insects, beetles, and other invertebrates kept in Creatures habitats or similar enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Invertebrate Keepers Who...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep praying mantises, stick insects, or other invertebrates that require careful hand-feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a safer, more controlled feeding experience without direct hand contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain low-light or nocturnal enclosures where glow-in-the-dark tools are practical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the Zoo Med Creatures habitat system and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer purpose-built invertebrate tools over general-purpose alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat animals are these tongs designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZoo Med Creatures Feeding Tongs are designed for praying mantises, insects, and other invertebrates commonly kept as pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy use feeding tongs instead of bare hands?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTongs provide a safer distance between your hand and the animal, reducing stress for the invertebrate and minimizing the risk of accidental contact with defensive species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the tongs actually glow in the dark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the glow-in-the-dark blue design allows the tongs to be easily located in low-light enclosure environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat length are the tongs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tongs are 6 inches in length, providing a comfortable and safe reach for most invertebrate enclosure setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan these be used with Zoo Med Creatures habitats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, they are part of the Zoo Med Creatures product line and are designed to complement Creatures habitats and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-inch length for safe, controlled invertebrate feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlow-in-the-dark blue for easy visibility in low-light enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for praying mantises, insects, and other invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafer feeding experience for keeper and creature pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and easy to use for daily feeding routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the trusted Zoo Med Creatures product line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e097612008203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarcode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e097612008203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReptile Dishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlow in the Dark Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecial Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlow in the Dark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeeding Praying Mantises, Insects, and Invertebrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Pair of Feeding Tongs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVendor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Zoo Med","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48820865401061,"sku":"097612008203","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/7648\/7653\/files\/097612008203.jpg?v=1776436191","url":"https:\/\/petsperfect.com\/products\/zoo-med-creatures-feeding-tongs-glow-in-the-dark-blue-6-in","provider":"Pets Perfect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}