BioGecko Food – Hydrogel (Hydration Gel) for Insects and Arachnids

Specialized hydrogel for hydrating feeder insects and arachnids from the BioGecko Food product line.

BioGecko Food – Hydrogel is a professional-grade product designed for safe and effective hydration of feeder insects such as crickets, cockroaches, locusts, and insect larvae, as well as tarantulas, scorpions, and other captive arachnids. The product contains pure sodium polyacrylate (C₃H₃NaO₂)ₙ – a substance capable of binding large amounts of water and converting it into a stable, elastic gel.

Benefits of using Hydrogel:

• Safe hydration without the risk of insects drowning
• Retains moisture for up to 48 hours
• Reduces evaporation – does not significantly increase humidity inside the breeding container
• Perfect for cricket hatchlings and larval-stage insects
• Low gel viscosity – insects do not get stuck to the surface
• Highly efficient – 100 g yields up to approx. 100 liters of prepared gel
• No chemical additives – pure composition
• Biodegradable and environmentally friendly

Application:

The hydrogel is intended for daily use in the breeding of:

• House crickets, banded crickets (Acheta domesticus, Gryllodes sigillatus), and other species
• Argentine and red runner cockroaches (Blaptica dubia, Shelfordella lateralis), and others
• Feeder insect larvae
• Tarantulas and scorpions

Suitable for both hobby breeders and professional breeding facilities.

Directions for use:

1. Measure 1–3 g of powder per 1 liter of clean water

2. Leave for at least 30 minutes until fully absorbed

3. Serve the ready gel in a shallow container

4. Replace every 24–48 hours depending on environmental conditions

Safe for insects and arachnids – 100% reliable

BioGecko Food Hydrogel is completely safe for feeder insects such as crickets, cockroaches, and larvae, as well as for tarantulas and other arachnids. It contains only pure sodium polyacrylate (CAS 9003-04-7) – with no dyes, fragrances, fertilizers, or chemical additives that could harm animals.

• Contains no toxins
• Prevents drowning – ideal for small and delicate insects
• Does not ferment – when replaced regularly (every 24–48h), it maintains hygiene
• Tasteless and odorless – does not discourage insects from use
• Tested in professional feeder insect breeding facilities

This is not a "garden hydrogel" – it is a specialized solution designed for animal breeding and welfare.

By choosing BioGecko Food Hydrogel, you choose peace of mind, safety, and quality.

Technical specifications:

• Name: BioGecko Food – Hydrogel (Hydration Gel)
• Form: Powder (for self-preparation)
• Net weight: 100 g
• Composition: 100% sodium polyacrylate
• Chemical formula: (C₃H₃NaO₂)ₙ
• CAS number: 9003-04-7
• EC number: 618-349-8
• Efficiency: 1–3 g/L or 30–40 g/m²
• Biodegradability: Yes
• Gel durability: Up to 48 hours

Safety and storage:

• Store in a dry, cool place
• Keep out of reach of children
• Avoid contact with eyes and open wounds
• Do not ingest – product is not intended for consumption

Choose BioGecko Food quality – provide your insects and arachnids with premium hydration.

Why trust BioGecko Food?

BioGecko Food is a brand created by passionate terrarists with years of hands-on experience in breeding feeder insects and exotic animals. Every product is developed based on real breeder needs, with a strong focus on safety, functionality, and effectiveness. Hydrogel is developed and tested under professional breeding conditions, and each batch of raw material is checked for chemical purity and compliance with safety standards.

Our mission is to deliver products that not only work, but also improve comfort and efficiency in everyday breeding. By choosing BioGecko Food, you choose proven solutions designed with animals – and their keepers – in mind.