Josh's Frogs Producing Flightless Golden Hydei Fruit Fly Culture Live Feed Reptile Food
In a Nutshell
- Many complaints about product quality and defects.
- Frequent issues with mites and non-flightless flies.
- Good customer service for replacements.
Quick Verdict
The product has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting issues with product quality, defective containers, and mites.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Defective containers and issues with product quality.
Prevention: Check product upon delivery and ensure proper storage conditions.
Fruit flies not being flightless as advertised.
Mites in the product.
Delivery issues leading to dead flies.
Prevention: Ensure appropriate storage conditions during delivery.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Customer Service (1)
Quick replacement of defective product.
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Amount of Flies (1)
Some users received a good amount of healthy flies.
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Price (1)
Some users found the price to be good.
Cons
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Product Quality (3) major
Issues with defective containers and mites.
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Flightless Guarantee (2) major
Fruit flies not being flightless as advertised.
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Delivery Issues (1) major
Delays and inappropriate storage conditions leading to dead flies.
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_Infection and multiple mites (1)
Questionable cleanliness and the presence of mites.
Quality Trend: Declining
Several reviews mention a decline in product quality and consistency.
mixed
negative
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
✗ Skip If
- • Looks for high-quality live feed — Frequent quality issues reported.
- • Needs reliable and consistent product — High variance in product quality and performance.
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Are the fruit flies really flightless?
No, some batches have wings and can fly.
What should I do if I receive a bad batch?
Contact customer service for a replacement.
Highlighted Reviews
"I ordered a cup that wasn't productive and they sent me a good replacement immediately."
"I've gotten flightless fruit flies before and they were as advertised, these unfortunately are not. I'm not sure if it was our batch but they all have wings, they all fly!"
Bottom Line
While customer service is good, frequent quality issues make this product a risky purchase. Consider alternative live feed options.