Symton, Inc

Name

Symton, Inc

Legal name

Symton, Inc

Website

https://symtonbsf.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Symton, Inc is a direct-to-consumer e-commerce company selling live black soldier fly larvae, feeder insects, reptile enclosures, and BSF breeding equipment to reptile pet owners, hobbyist BSF farmers, and composting/gardening customers across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

College Station, TX

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Live Feeder Insects: One-time purchase of live black soldier fly larvae (BSFL), dubia roaches, hornworms, silkworms, mealworms, superworms, and waxworms for reptile and pet nutrition.
2. Subscription Services: Recurring subscription model for regular BSFL deliveries. Subscriptions receive 10% discount after 5 shipments and 15% discount after additional shipments. Subscribe and save program available.
3. Reptile Supplies and Equipment: Sale of reptile enclosures, feeding tools, substrates, heat packs, ice packs, and BSF farming equipment. One-time product purchases at various price points.
4. Wholesale/Bulk Orders: Bulk insect and frass options for wholesale. Bulk order of frass loaded in tote bags (1500lbs) available for pick-up from College Station, TX with reduced prices. Wholesale live silkworms available in 5-cup orders.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Symton, Inc breeds and sells live black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) in multiple size grades along with other feeder insects (dubia roaches, hornworms, silkworms, mealworms, superworms, waxworms, freeze-dried rodents) for reptile and exotic pet owners. The company also produces organic frass fertilizer under the Sassy Frass brand, sells proprietary BSF farming equipment (breeding LEDs, egg traps), and offers reptile enclosures, substrates, and feeding accessories through a Shopify e-commerce storefront with a subscription model.

Product overview

Symton, Inc is a specialized e-commerce company focused on black soldier fly (BSF) larvae and related products for the reptile and exotic pet industry. The company operates primarily as a Shopify-based online store offering a diverse portfolio centered around live and dried feeder insects (including BSFL in various sizes, dubia roaches, hornworms, silkworms, mealworms, superworms, waxworms, and freeze-dried rodents), BSF breeding equipment (prepupae, pupae, LED lighting, egg traps), organic soil amendments (Sassy Frass), reptile supplies (enclosures, substrates, feeding accessories), and branded merchandise. The product line functions as an integrated ecosystem where core feeder insect products are complemented by supporting equipment, accessories, and educational resources for hobbyist BSF farming and reptile keeping.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sassy Frass: Black soldier fly frass soil amendment product - a natural, organic fertilizer made from insect larvae excrement.
• SymTerra
• Symtongs
• Symple Sifter
• No-Escape Food Bowls

Products and services

• Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Live) Live black soldier fly larvae available in small, medium, and large sizes used as feeder insects for reptiles and exotic pets.
• Dried Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Popworms Premium) Dried BSFL packaged in 5 oz containers as a shelf-stable feeder option for reptiles and pets.
• Black Soldier Fly Prepupae Fertile BSF prepupae optimized for reproduction, available in 2,000, 5,000, and 10,000 counts for BSF colony establishment.
• Black Soldier Fly Pupae Fertile BSF pupae self-harvested from colony, ready to hatch within 10 days, available in 1,000 and 2,000 counts.
• Compost-Grade Black Soldier Fly Larvae BSFL designed for composting and waste management applications, also suitable for colony reproduction.
• Sassy Frass Soil Amendment Black soldier fly frass used as organic fertilizer with balanced nutrients, high nitrogen (C/N ratio 14), beneficial microorganisms, and chitin for soil health.
• Dubia Roaches Live Dubia roaches in small, medium, large, and adult male/female sizes for reptile feeding, known for high calcium and fat content.
• Hornworms Live hornworms (Manduca sexta) with high moisture and calcium content and soft exoskeleton for reptile hydration and nutrition.
• Silkworms Live silkworms available in 20-count packages for reptile feeding.
• Mealworms Large mealworms (Tenebrio molitor larvae) approximately 1/2"-3/4" in length for reptile and bird feeding.
• Superworms Large superworms (Zophobas morio) approximately 2" long with high crude fat content, for occasional reptile treats.
• Waxworms Waxworm larvae (Galleria mellonella) in 50-count quantities, high in fat and easy to digest for reptile treats.
• Freeze Dried Rodents Freeze-dried mice in various sizes (Small Pinky to Jumbo) for snake and bird of prey feeding, with one-year shelf life.
• Black Soldier Fly Breeding LED 150W Waterproof LED light fixture validated for use by over 200 BSF colonies worldwide, with adjustable power source and CE certification.
• Standard BSF Egg Trap Egg trap system with 20 ORI frames, 1000 sticks, and 50 rubber bands, featuring optimized 1130μm gap spacing for egg oviposition.
• Symton 120 Gallon Reptile Enclosure Custom-designed 4'x2'x2' aluminum/PVC reptile enclosure with sliding acrylic doors, weighing 31 pounds, with 30% stronger aluminum frame.
• Phailozoo 50 Gallon Reptile Enclosure 36"L x 18"W x 18"H reptile enclosure with tempered glass doors, available in four colors, featuring clear side panels.
• Phailozoo 85 Gallon Reptile Enclosure 48"L x 24"W x 18"H reptile enclosure with tempered glass doors, available in four colors, featuring clear side panels.
• Phailozoo 120 Gallon Reptile Enclosure 4'L x 2'W x 2'H reptile enclosure with tempered glass doors, available in four colors, featuring clear side panels.
• SymTerra Bioactive Reptile Substrates Hand-mixed bioactive substrates available in desert and forest biome blends with proprietary mineral and fertilizer blends for reptile habitats.
• Chameleon Feeder Kit Feeder insect kit in juvenile and adult sizes containing BSFL pupae, larvae, dubia roaches, hornworms, and silkworms specific to chameleon feeding.
• Symton Reptile Starter Pack Complete starter bundle ($80 value for $60) containing BSFL larvae, Symple Sifter, Symtongs, Symple Scooper, No-Escape Food Bowl, and a Symton T-shirt.
• BSFL Subscribe & Save Subscription Recurring monthly delivery subscription for BSFL with tiered discounts (10% after 5 shipments, 15% thereafter) for regular feeder insect needs.
• Wholesale Bulk Insect and Frass Orders Bulk frass available in 1500lb tote bags for pickup in College Station, TX, and wholesale live silkworms in 5-cup orders at reduced prices.

Quantifiable outcome

• BSFL larvae turning black indicates pupation - provides clear lifecycle signal for breeders
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

33 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ready's RainforestcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with chameleon experts at Ready's Rainforest to offer specialized Chameleon Feeder Kit. Juvenile kits include 50 BSF pupae, 100 medium BSFL, 25 small dubia roaches, 6 hornworms, 20 silkworms. Adult kits include 100 large BSFL and 25 medium dubia roaches.
• Avian Rehabilitation Center (ARC)minorOthersAviculture organization providing educational outreach, rescue and rehabilitation (focusing on macaws and other large exotic birds), and grant funding for emergency veterinary care.
• Barn Hill PreserveminorOthersEducational wildlife organization with zoological park open to the public for educational encounter tours.
• Beloved Beardies Reptile RescueminorOthersRescue organization for bearded dragons, crested geckos, and leopard geckos.
• BeWild Reptile RescueminorOthersReptile rescue specializing in medical cases with team of specialized veterinarians.
• Black Pine Animal SanctuaryminorOthersGFAS-accredited sanctuary for rescued animals surrendered or confiscated by legal authorities.
• Blue Ridge Reptile RescueminorOthersVirginia-based rescue caring for all types of lizards, snakes, turtles, tortoises, and amphibians.
• Bearded Dragon FoundationminorOthersNonprofit focused on information distribution, research and development, and rescue and rehabilitation for bearded dragons.
• Christina's Reptile + Animal SanctuaryminorOthersFocused on educating the public and reptile rescue including providing homes for unwanted and abandoned reptiles.
• Creepy Critters RescueminorOthersRescues, rehabilitates, and provides sanctuary for reptiles no matter how sick, injured, or aggressive.
• Fallin' Pines Critter RescueminorOthersNon-profit animal rescue for exotics, farm animals, reptiles, and birds serving central Florida.
• Fresh Start Rescue IncminorOthersRegistered 501c3 animal rescue located in coastal North Carolina for reptiles.
• Forgotten Friend Reptile SanctuaryminorOthers501(c)(3) reptile rescue and education organization from Amish country, Pennsylvania.
• The Gentle Zoo (North Texas Animal Connections)minorOthersRegistered 501(c)(3) providing animal-related services including physical and emotional therapy, veterinary and rescue assistance, educational programs.
• The Georgia Reptile SocietyminorOthersProvides information about humane reptile and wildlife removal and relocation.
• Gina's Heart of Gold Reptile RescueminorOthersWildlife rehabilitator for TWRC and lead rehabber for native Texas reptiles.
• Heart Reptile Rescue And SanctuaryminorOthersTakes in any reptile in need with no questions asked.
• Herps Alive FoundationminorOthers501(c)(3) dedicated to saving, rehabilitating, and caring for unwanted reptiles and amphibians.
• HerpHavenminorOthersDedicated to welfare of pet reptiles in Maine and the Northeast with focus on rescue and rehabilitation.
• Idaho Reptile ZoominorOthersFederal and state recognized 501c(3) nonprofit with over 200 animals at their rescue and education center.
• Jonathan's ReptilesminorOthersWasilla, Alaska organization providing rescue, rehabilitation, educational programs, and volunteer opportunities.
• Kritter KrazyminorOthersNon-profit 501c3 with focus on rescue, rehab, rehoming, and education.
• L.E.A.R.N.minorOthersLouisiana Exotic Animal Resource Network - nonprofit wildlife rehabilitation and animal rescue focusing on global conservation and herpetological education.
• Living Wild OutsideminorOthers501c3 focused on rehabilitation of snakes, lizards, turtles, tortoises, toads, and frogs in Mineral Wells, TX.
• Lumpy Lizard Reptile, Poultry, and Exotics RescueminorOthersMission to improve lives of local animals and educate community regarding animal welfare.
• The Misfit Zoo ProjectminorOthers501(c)(3) working with special needs/disabled animals through rehabilitation and animal education.
• Nature's EdgeminorOthers501(c)(3) wildlife rehabilitation and reptile rescue in DFW area with outreach education programs.
• Nova PetminorOthersSmall family-run rescue in Osseo, WI most experienced with bearded dragons and leopard geckos.
• Reeve's ReptilesminorOthersServes as resource for reptile husbandry information and public awareness.
• Reptile & Amphibian Rescue Network (RARN)minorOthersNot-for-profit tax-exempt public charity with dedicated group of herpetologists committed to helping reptiles and amphibians.
• Scaly TailzminorOthersNot-for-profit reptile and amphibian education and rescue group located in Bloomington, IN.
• Stick House SanctuaryminorOthersNon-profit 501c3 state and federally licensed wildlife rehabilitation and animal welfare organization.
• Volunteers for WildlifeminorOthersNon-profit wildlife hospital and education center in Locust Valley, NY dedicated to wildlife preservation since 1982.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Ghann's Cricket Farm: Established Augusta, GA-based feeder insect farm (crickets, mealworms, superworms, waxworms) serving both consumer and commercial reptile/aquatic markets. Comparable DTC-plus-wholesale GTM and product overlap with Symton.
• Top Hat Cricket Farm: Long-standing US feeder insect producer (crickets, mealworms, superworms, waxworms) with DTC e-commerce and wholesale distribution. Directly comparable business model, customer base, and product mix to Symton.
• Reptile Supply Co: US DTC retailer of feeder insects (BSFL, dubia, crickets, hornworms) plus reptile enclosures, lighting, and accessories. Comparable product mix and customer (hobbyist reptile owners) to Symton, with parallel subscription/bulk option structure.
• Timberline Live Pet Foods: One of the largest US feeder insect producers (crickets, mealworms, superworms, dubia roaches, BSFL) selling direct to reptile owners and breeders. Comparable to Symton across core feeder insect assortment, hobbyist B2B channel, and subscription models.
• Fluker Farms: One of the most recognized US feeder insect and reptile supply brands (crickets, mealworms, BSFL, dubia, plus enclosures, heat lamps, habitats). Overlaps Symton on feeder insects, reptile accessories, and D2C e-commerce plus retail distribution.
• Premium Crickets: US feeder insect supplier offering crickets, mealworms, superworms, dubia roaches, and BSFL via DTC e-commerce. Direct head-to-head competitor in the niche reptile feeder market Symton serves.
• Josh's Frogs: US-based DTC retailer specializing in feeder insects (crickets, dubia roaches, BSFL, hornworms), amphibian/reptile supplies, and bioactive products. Comparable in product mix (feeders + supplements + enclosures) and target customer (hobbyist reptile/amphibian keepers).

Broad incumbents

• Zoo Med Laboratories: Large reptile and amphibian product brand offering enclosures, lighting, substrates, and feeder insects through pet retail and DTC. Comparable to Symton as a one-stop reptile-supply destination but at significantly larger scale and broader SKU breadth.
• InnovaFeed: Industrial-scale BSF producer focused on insect protein for aquafeed and petfood, and frass fertilizer. Operates at B2B/pallet scale rather than DTC pet feeders, but competes with Symton in the upstream BSF bioconversion and frass categories.

Emerging players

• Bioflytech: Spanish BSF bioconversion company producing insect protein for animal feed and frass-based fertilizers. Comparable to Symton on BSF production technology, but operates at industrial scale targeting B2B pet feed, aquafeed, and fertilizer markets rather than DTC pet feeders.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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