Wombaroo Echidna Adult Food

Specialised Nutrition for Echidnas & Insectivorous Species

Echidna Food is a nutritionally complete powdered diet designed for echidnas and other animals that naturally feed on ants and termites. Developed in collaboration with leading zoos and wildlife institutions, this formula delivers the essential nutrients required for optimal health and digestion in insectivorous species.

Key Features

• Nutritionally Balanced – Formulated to replicate the nutritional profile of termites, with added vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients following carnivore dietary standards.

• High in Fibre – Includes indigestible components to support gut health and improve stool quality.

• Proven Performance – Developed and tested in conjunction with professional wildlife carers, zoos, and conservation facilities.

Ingredients

Meat meal, soy protein isolate, whey protein isolate, cellulose, processed cereals (wheat, rice), vegetable oils, omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids, lysine, methionine, taurine, carotenoids, vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12, C, D3, E, K), biotin, choline, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium, 1g/kg Natuzyme® (multi-enzyme complex), 1g/kg Actigen® (dried yeast prebiotic).

Typical Analysis

• Protein: 30%

• Fat: 10%

• Crude Fibre: 20%

• Ash: 6%

• Moisture: 5%

• Metabolisable Energy: 14 MJ/kg

Available Pack Sizes: 1kg, 5kg

Directions for Use

Mix 40g of Echidna Food (approximately 5 scoops) with 120mL of warm water to form a smooth slurry.

For echidnas already on a formulated diet, transition gradually by replacing 10–20% of their previous food with Echidna Food each day. For hand-reared puggles, begin introducing small amounts of Echidna Food into the milk replacer, gradually increasing over 4 weeks until fully weaned.

To further support gut health and mimic natural feeding behaviour, mix prepared Echidna Food with ~10% crushed termite mound and a few live termites where possible.

Feeding Guide

Maintenance feeding levels vary by individual. Use body weight and condition as a guide, adjusting portions accordingly. Breeding adults and growing juveniles may require 2–4 times the maintenance amount. For other insectivorous species, adapt feeding rates to suit specific metabolic needs.