The main insects used in pet food are black soldier fly larvae, crickets, and mealworms. Black soldier fly larvae have been approved for use in dog food and are about to be available in cats due to their efficient production methods and nutritional value

The main insects used in pet food are black soldier fly larvae, crickets, and mealworms. Black soldier fly larvae have been approved for use in dog food due to their efficient production methods and nutritional value, and will soon be approved for use in cat food. Crickets and mealworms are also initially approved by the American Feed Management Association (AAFCO) for use in dog food, and feed authorities in many states also accept these provisionally approved ingredients.