Hi ChrisMc
Some of the males do seem to disappear (presumably to hibernate) surprisingly early, so possibly less hogs visiting?
I know I’ve said it before, but I seriously would give the mealworms a miss. They have low nutritional value as well as an imbalance of phosphorous and calcium so, in the run up to hibernation an even worse idea than may be considered some other times (although I would give them a miss at all times). They are likened to feeding children crisps or chocolate. The hogs need really good nutrition at this time of year to put on the two particular types of fat which they need for hibernation. If they eat mealworms, that means less room for something more nutritious.
Dry cat, dog or hog food is ok as long as there is plenty of water around. Water is best left available all day every day, just in case.
