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Why Choose Top Hat Cricket Farm?

Since the early 1950s, Top Hat Cricket Farm has been a trusted name in the feeder insect industry. We're a family-owned and operated cricket farm, now in its third generation, and we take pride in every order we ship. Our crickets are the Gryllodes sigillatus (tropical house cricket), a hardy, virus-free species that has been enthusiastically welcomed by our customers nationwide.

When you order from Top Hat Crickets, here's what you can expect:

  • Guaranteed live delivery: Your live crickets arrive healthy and active
  • Virus-free stock: Our Gryllodes sigillatus crickets are free from the Acheta densovirus
  • Fast shipping: Your feeders get there when your animals need them
  • Family-grown quality: Raised with care by the same family since 1953
  • Responsive customer service: Real people who know all about crickets

Wholesale Pricing for Bulk Crickets

Running a pet store, rescue, or breeding operation? Top Hat Cricket Farm offers competitive wholesale pricing on bulk crickets for qualifying accounts. Wholesale opportunities begin when weekly orders meet or exceed 10,000 crickets per recurring weekly order.

Searching for live crickets near me? Our shipping is fast and crickets arrive alive, so we are always "near you!" As a reliable nationwide supplier, Top Hat is your source for consistent, high-volume feeder insect supply.

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Top Hat Cricket Sizes

The right cricket size makes all the difference for your animals. We offer a full range of sizes to match the feeding needs of reptiles, amphibians, birds, and more. Due to natural variations in growth rate, you may notice slight size differences between individual crickets, this is completely normal and part of raising a living product.

Our available sizes include:

  • Pinhead – ideal for dart frogs, baby geckos, and small invertebrates
  • Small/Medium – perfect for juvenile reptiles and amphibians
  • Large/Adult – great for adult bearded dragons, monitors, and larger species

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know my live crickets will arrive alive?

We guarantee live delivery on every order. Our crickets are packed with care using proven shipping methods designed to keep your feeders healthy in transit. If you have any issues with your order, contact our team and we'll make it right.

What makes Gryllodes sigillatus better than other feeder crickets?

The tropical house cricket is a hardier, more resilient species than the common house cricket. Most importantly, it is not susceptible to the Acheta densovirus, the disease that devastated cricket farms across the industry in 2010. Our stock is healthy, active, and nutritious for your animals.

Can I set up a recurring order for bulk crickets?

Absolutely. Many of our customers, from pet stores to large-scale breeders, rely on Top Hat Crickets for dependable weekly deliveries. Get in touch with our team to set up a recurring bulk cricket order that fits your schedule and volume needs.

Ready to Feed with Confidence?

From a small family farm in the 1950s to one of the most trusted names in feeder insects today, Top Hat Cricket Farm is proud to keep your animals healthy and your operation running smoothly. Whether you need a small batch or bulk crickets by the thousands, we're here for you.