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- Description
Fresh Canned Fruit Mix-In for Tropical Reptiles
Zoo Med's Fruit Mix-Ins Papaya is a fresh canned fruit in sauce designed to be used as a mix-in with fresh pelleted diets. Adding natural fruit variety to your reptile's meals, this wet food topper brings real papaya flavor, moisture, and enrichment to feeding time for a wide range of tropical and omnivorous reptile species.
The Fruit Mix-Ins are suitable for tropical lizards, box turtles, forest-type tortoises, hermit crabs, iguanas, crested geckos, day geckos, and more - making it a versatile addition to many reptile feeding routines. The papaya flavor offers a naturally tropical, fruit-based option that complements pelleted diets and adds dietary variety in a convenient canned format.
Available in a 3.4 oz can, the Fruit Mix-Ins are easy to portion and serve, with refrigeration recommended after opening to maintain freshness.
Key Benefits
- Fresh canned fruit in sauce - designed as a mix-in with pelleted diets
- Papaya flavor adds natural tropical fruit variety to reptile meals
- Suitable for tropical lizards, box turtles, forest tortoises, hermit crabs, iguanas, crested geckos, day geckos, and more
- Adds moisture, flavor, and enrichment to feeding time
- Convenient 3.4 oz canned format - easy to portion and serve
- From Zoo Med, a trusted name in reptile nutrition
Why Reptile Owners Choose It
Keepers of tropical and omnivorous reptiles appreciate the Fruit Mix-Ins for the natural fruit variety and moisture they add to pelleted diets. The papaya flavor is a naturally appealing tropical option for species that enjoy fruit as part of their diet, and the canned format makes it easy to mix in with existing food. It's a simple, convenient way to add enrichment and dietary variety to a wide range of reptile feeding routines.
Quick Product Snapshot
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Reptile Wet Food Mix-In |
| Flavor | Papaya |
| Format | Fresh canned fruit in sauce |
| Net Weight | 3.4 oz |
| Compatible Species | Tropical lizards, box turtles, forest tortoises, hermit crabs, iguanas, crested geckos, day geckos |
| Intended Use | Mix-in with fresh pelleted diets |
| Storage | Refrigerate after opening |
| Brand | Zoo Med |
| SKU | 097612401516 |
| Barcode | 097612401516 |
Ingredient and Formula Breakdown
The Fruit Mix-Ins Papaya is a fresh canned fruit in sauce formulated to complement pelleted reptile diets. The papaya base provides a naturally tropical fruit flavor and moisture that enriches the overall feeding experience. It is intended as a dietary supplement and mix-in, not a standalone complete diet - fruit should make up no more than 20% of the total diet (10% for forest tortoises).
Setup and Compatibility Guidance
Mix the fruit in sauce with your reptile's fresh pelleted diet at feeding time. Feed hatchling animals daily. Feed adult animals 3-4 times per week. Fruit should be no more than 20% of the total diet (10% with forest tortoises). Mash fruit for hatchlings and small species. Promptly refrigerate contents after opening.
Care and Maintenance
Refrigerate contents promptly after opening. Use within a reasonable time after opening to maintain freshness and quality.
Ideal for Reptile Keepers Who...
- Keep tropical lizards, box turtles, iguanas, crested geckos, day geckos, forest tortoises, or hermit crabs
- Want to add natural tropical fruit variety and moisture to pelleted diets
- Are looking for a convenient canned fruit mix-in for reptile feeding
- Want to enrich their reptile's diet with real papaya flavor
- Prefer trusted Zoo Med reptile nutrition products
Frequently Asked Questions
What species is this suitable for?
The Fruit Mix-Ins are suitable for tropical lizards, box turtles, forest-type tortoises, hermit crabs, iguanas, crested geckos, day geckos, and similar species.
How much fruit should I feed my reptile?
Fruit should make up no more than 20% of the total diet (10% with forest tortoises). Feed hatchlings daily and adults 3-4 times per week.
How do I serve the Fruit Mix-Ins?
Mix the fruit in sauce with your reptile's fresh pelleted diet. Mash fruit for hatchlings and small species.
How should I store the product after opening?
Promptly refrigerate contents after opening to maintain freshness.
What size is this package?
This listing is for one 3.4 oz can of Zoo Med Fruit Mix-Ins Papaya.
Product Highlights
- Fresh canned papaya fruit in sauce - designed as a pelleted diet mix-in
- Suitable for tropical lizards, box turtles, iguanas, crested geckos, day geckos, forest tortoises, and hermit crabs
- Adds natural tropical fruit flavor, moisture, and dietary variety
- Feed hatchlings daily, adults 3-4 times per week
- Fruit should be no more than 20% of total diet
- Refrigerate after opening - 3.4 oz convenient canned format
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Zoo Med |
| SKU | 097612401516 |
| Barcode | 097612401516 |
| Product Type | Reptile Treats / Wet Food Mix-In |
| Flavor | Papaya |
| Format | Fresh canned fruit in sauce |
| Net Weight | 3.4 oz |
| Compatible Species | Tropical lizards, box turtles, forest tortoises, hermit crabs, iguanas, crested geckos, day geckos |
| Feeding Frequency - Hatchlings | Daily |
| Feeding Frequency - Adults | 3-4 times per week |
| Fruit as % of Diet | No more than 20% (10% for forest tortoises) |
| Storage | Refrigerate after opening |
| Weight | 0.25 lbs |
| Package Contents | 1 x 3.4 oz Zoo Med Fruit Mix-Ins Papaya |
