Live feeder rats in a clean bin
Live Feeder Rats

Live Feeder Rats in Tucson

Small to Jumbo, bred by Mike in the Tucson area and priced per rat. Call or text Mike with what you need, and he'll reply the same day.

(520) 451-4380Sold as feeders, not pets.

Sizes and Prices

Rat Sizes and Prices

Mike sells live feeder rats in five sizes. Each price below is for one rat, and the grams simply show how big each size is.

Live feeder rat sizes and prices, per rat
SizeHow bigPrice eachGood for animals around
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 rats in a clean bin

Why Live and Fresh

Live or frozen? Your call. Lots of snakes do fine on frozen, and if yours does, keep at it. But some snakes won't touch a frozen rat, and some keepers just don't want a freezer full of them. That's who Mike is here for.

His rats are bred in the Tucson area, so they never spend days in a shipping box. That means no shipping costs, no dry ice and no thawed surprises.

Getting Started

How to Buy Live Feeder Rats

  1. Step 1: Call or Text Mike

    Tell him which sizes you need and how many of each. His number is (520) 451-4380.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

Nothing ready in your size? Sign up for batch alerts, and Mike will email you as soon as a new batch is ready.

Good to Know

Feeder Rat Questions

What size rat should I feed my snake?

Many keepers aim for a rat that's about 10% of the snake's weight. A 1,000 g snake would take a rat around 100 g, which is a Medium. Not sure? Text Mike your snake's weight and he'll help you pick.

What's a Jumbo rat?

Jumbo rats are retired adult breeders, 375 g and up. Other sellers may call this size XXL or Colossal. They're for big snakes.

Can I get a better price on a big order?

Yes. Prices drop 10% at 10 or more, 20% at 25 or more, and 30% at 50 or more. For example, a Medium rat is $4.35 on its own and $3.05 each at 50 or more, plus Arizona sales tax.

Where can I buy feeder rats near me?

Mike sells in the Tucson area, including Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley, Northwest Tucson, Sahuarita, Vail and South Tucson. Call or text him and he'll set a time and place with you.

Do you have frozen rats?

No. Mike sells live feeder rats only for now. He doesn't sell pinkies or fuzzies, and his rat sizes start at Small.

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.

Ready to Order Live Rats?

Call or text Mike with the sizes and how many you need, and he'll reply the same day.

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