LocallyBredTucson Area
Live Feeder Rats From a Tucson-Area Breeder
Mike breeds live feeder rats and mice near Tucson. Pick your sizes, call or text Mike, and he replies the same day. No shipping. No freezer to fill.
(520) 451-4380Sold as feeders, not pets.
- LiveNot frozen, live and fresh
- Same DayMike replies to texts the same day
- Tucson AreaBred and sold near Tucson
- No ShippingNo dry ice, no freezer to fill
Feeding a Few Snakes Can Really Add Up
If you keep a few snakes, you know the drill. Here's what keepers run into most, and what Mike does about each one.
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Shipping Costs Pile Up
Shipping frozen food can cost more than the food itself, and some boxes show up thawed after a delay. Because Mike's rats are bred in the Tucson area, there's no shipping and no dry ice to worry about.
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Local Sellers Go Quiet
A good local breeder is hard to find, and some of them are slow to answer messages. When you text Mike, he replies the same day. If you want the same order again later, ask him about a standing order.
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Sizes Are Hit and Miss
Ever ordered a size and gotten something way off? Every one of Mike's sizes lists how big it is in grams, so you know what you're getting before you buy.
Live Feeder Rats, Priced Per Rat
Live rats for snakes come in five sizes, from Small to Jumbo. Each price below is for one rat, and the grams simply show how big each size is.
| Size | How big | Price each | Good for snakes around |
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| Small | 45 to 85 g | $3.00 | 450 to 850 g |
| Medium | 85 to 175 g | $4.35 | 850 g to 1.75 kg |
| Large | 175 to 275 g | $5.65 | 1.75 to 2.75 kg |
| Extra Large | 275 to 375 g | $6.95 | 2.75 to 3.75 kg |
| Jumbo (retired breeders) | 375 g and up | $8.20 | 3.75 kg and up |
Live Feeder Mice for Smaller Snakes
Mike also breeds live feeder mice in three sizes: Hopper, Semi-Adult and Adult. They're a good fit for smaller snakes, lizards and horned frogs.
If you're looking for feeder mice in Tucson, you'll find every size and price on the mice page.
See Mouse Sizes and PricesHow Buying Works
Wondering where to buy feeder mice or rats near Tucson? The whole thing starts with one call or text.
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Step 1: Call or Text Mike
Tell him which sizes you need and how many of each. His number is (520) 451-4380.
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Step 2: Mike Replies the Same Day
He'll let you know what's ready right now and set a time and place that works for you.
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Step 3: Pay, Then Reorder Anytime
Pay by Venmo or Zelle. If you want the same order again later, just ask Mike about a standing order.
Meet Mike
Mike Barber breeds live feeder rats and mice in the Tucson area, and he runs the whole business himself. He sums it up in three short lines: "Buy direct. Not frozen, we have live fresh food. Reasonable pricing."
Two Tucson-area reptile shops already buy their feeders from Mike, and now keepers can buy direct too.
About Mike“Buy direct.Not frozen, we have live fresh food.Reasonable pricing.”
Questions Keepers Ask
Is live feeding safe for my snake?
Fair worry. A rat that's too big can hurt a snake. That's why each size lists how big it is, so you can match it to yours. Feed with care: pick the right size, stay and watch, and take out any rat your snake doesn't eat. And if your snake takes frozen, that's a fine choice too.
Isn't frozen cheaper?
Sometimes, if you buy a lot at once and have the freezer space. Here's the math at volume: at 50 or more, a Medium rat is $3.05 each, plus Arizona sales tax. No shipping. No dry ice. No freezer to fill.
How often are new batches ready?
It depends on the size, because rats and mice grow at their own pace. You can text Mike to ask what's ready now, or sign up for batch alerts and he'll email you when a new batch is ready.
Are the sizes what you say?
Each size has a gram range listed on this site, so you know how big it is. You can also ask Mike how big the exact ones you're getting are.
Do you sell to pet shops?
Yes. Mike sells to Tucson-area reptile shops, and the For Pet Stores page explains how shop orders work.
Do you sell pets?
No. Mike's rats and mice are sold as feeders, not pets.
Your Next Order Is One Text Away
Just tell Mike the sizes and how many you need, and he'll reply the same day.
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