Waxworms are white to tan, plump, clearly segmented, and moderately active. They are a little softer than mealworms, so they must be treated somewhat more gently, but they are still very easy for first and second graders to handle.

What kind of moths do wax worms turn into?

Wax worms are the larval stage of the greater wax moth, Galleria mellonella. Despite their name, greater wax moths are only about 3/4" in length (although some can reach a maximum of 1” long). They are nondescript moths with segmented bodies that are colored either white, tan, gray or brown.

Can humans eat wax worms?

Waxworms as a food source

These larvae are grown extensively for use as food for humans, as well as live food for terrarium pets and some pet birds, mostly due to their high fat content, their ease of breeding, and their ability to survive for weeks at low temperatures.