I have read where the maggots can actually help transform raw material into something the worms can easily consume. I am considering adding 50 or so to a bin I have in my garage but don't want to to attempt it if the larvae are going to eat the cocoons.

I have thousands in the top of my regular outside compost bin and was impressed at how fast they have processed kitchen scraps. Even a paper towel roll was partially consumed the day after it was added.

If you're talking about adding 50 individual larvae to a bin with a thousand or so worms, have at it! But you should be aware that adult BSF will attempt to lay eggs in any container holding healthy and happy BSFL.

Also, BSFL break down a lot of material, quickly, into a small quantity of worm treats _and liquid_. So check your drainage while you're checking your bin's integrity.

Best wishes from a half-reluctant BSFL caretaker,

DSF
http://bokashislope.blogspot.com

I'll be curious to see how much these little bugger can eat. They seem to be tearing through my outside compost bin. So much so I decided to test it with a squirrel that was unfortunate or dumb enough to get trapped in the havaheart trap i put by my veggie garden.