Description
Dark-Eyed Black Large Fruit Fly
Drosophila hydei – Go Large Culture
Our Dark-Eyed Black Drosophila hydei is a robust, large-bodied flightless fruit fly supplied in a high-production Go Large culture. This darker strain offers the same dependable performance as standard hydei, with a distinctive darker body tone and deep eye pigmentation.
Hydei are noticeably larger than melanogaster, making them ideal for adult amphibians and insectivores that require a more substantial feeder insect.
Why Choose Hydei?
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Larger than melanogaster
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Slower, more manageable movement
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Higher feeding value per individual
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Excellent for adult frogs
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Reliable, consistent production
For keepers feeding adult dart frogs or running multiple enclosures, hydei reduce the number of flies required per feed while maintaining strong feeding stimulation.
Dark-Eyed Black Variant
This strain features:
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Darker body colour
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Deep eye pigmentation
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Stable flightless genetics
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Strong, predictable culture cycle
Performance remains consistent with other hydei lines — the choice comes down to preference and breeding room consistency.
Ideal For
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Adult dart frogs
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Larger thumbnail species
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Juvenile tree frogs
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Small chameleons
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Larger geckos
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Mantids and predatory invertebrates
The larger size supports natural hunting behaviour and provides a more filling prey item compared to smaller fruit fly strains.
Choose Your Life Stage
Available in selectable life stages:
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Newly Made – Maximum production window
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Intermediate – Balanced hatch cycle
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Mature – Ready to feed immediately
Selecting the correct stage allows you to stagger cultures and maintain uninterrupted feeder supply.
Go Large Culture Benefits
Compared to standard 520ml:
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Higher fly density
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Longer productive period
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Ideal for multi-enclosure setups
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Better suited to breeders
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Fewer culture changes required
Perfect for serious frog rooms and consistent feeding schedules.
Fast, Reliable UK Dispatch
Orders placed before 2pm are typically dispatched the same day, with most deliveries arriving the next working day after dispatch.
If you’re looking for top quality live hydei fruit flies delivered quickly and reliably in the UK, this Go Large culture provides dependable performance every time.
