Live Amphipods & Copepods – Medium Portion (5ml)
Gammarus sp. | For Saltwater Aquariums
Why Add Amphipods & Copepods to Your Tank?
Live pods are nature’s cleanup crew — they consume detritus, algae, and leftover food, reducing waste and improving water quality. They also reproduce every 7–10 days, supporting biodiversity and providing natural live food for picky eaters like mandarins and seahorses.
Perfect for Medium Tanks & Refugiums
- Ideal for tanks 30–50 gallons
- Excellent for refugiums, nano tanks, and picky eaters
- Supports a thriving micro-ecosystem
Product Details
- Volume: 5ml live pod biomass (measured by organism mass, not water)
- Estimated Count: ~600–900 amphipods & copepods
- Species Mix: Naturally variable; no set ratios
- Best For: Seahorses, mandarins, pipefish, picky eaters, nano inverts
✅ Benefits
- ? Acts as a live clean-up crew
- ? Seeds your tank for long-term success
- ? High-nutrient natural food with minimal waste
How to Use
Gently tap the bag on arrival — you’ll see them move! Add directly to live rock, substrate, or refugium zones. For best results, introduce pods during lights-off periods or while fish are distracted with feeding. This gives pods time to find cover and begin seeding.
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❓FAQ
- Do pods survive shipping in the heat?
- Yes! We include insulated packaging and cold packs. Just tap the bag on arrival — you’ll see them moving.
- How often should I add pods?
- For sustained biodiversity, re-dose every 2–4 weeks or after major water changes or medication use.
- What’s the difference between copepods and amphipods?
- Copepods are smaller and swim freely; amphipods are larger and often crawl. Both are included in our blend.
