The mini crayfish are on the loose! Freshwater fairy crayfish are the survival artists of our time
Facts: Siam fairy crayfish Streptocephalus siamensis are primeval crayfish with a fascinating swimming style. These animals are rather bluish with an orange tail fan. In the aquarium they remain appealingly small at 2 cm, but can certainly become larger and more vividly coloured with plenty of sun and temperatures around 30 °C. Size: max. 2.5 cm Temperature: 22 - 28 °C Life expectancy: max. 3 months Food: primeval crab food
Tip: A preparation with fairy crab cysts should be used several times after drying, as nauplii do not always hatch immediately from all cysts.
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The Mini crabs are going! The freshwater fairy shrimp (Dendrocephalus brasiliensis)
The freshwater fairy shrimp Dendrocephalus brasiliensis is from Brasil and breed as life food for ornamental fish.from Thailandis is very well suited for aquarium at temperatures around 24 - 28 °C. Keeping is optimal in a small aquarium with soft water.
They grow fast and they can have a size of 1 cm after 2 weeks. Then the female start to lay eggs.
Facts: Fairy shrimp among to the anostraca, have a fascinating floating manner and are even a nutritious feed for fish.
Max. size: 30 mm
Life expectancy: max. 3 - 4 months
Cysts per female: max. 5000
Temperature: 22 - 30 °C (optimal 24 - 28 °C)
pH Wert: 6,0 - 9,0 (optimal 6,5 - 7,5)
Expected fairy shrimp amount: at least 100 or 1.000 per bag
Aquarium starting with 2 liters
Tip: An approach with fairy shrimp cysts should be used multiple times by respective drying because at the first time not all nauplii slip out.
The Mini crabs are going! Fairy shrimps (Branchinella thailandensis)
The freshwater fairy shrimp Branchinella thailandensis from Thailandis is very well suited for aquarium at temperatures around 23 - 25 °C. Keeping is optimal in a small aquarium with soft water. The small larvae slit out from eggs (cysts) within one or three days and life with good care about 6 to 12 weeks.
Facts: Fairy shrimp among to the anostraca, have a fascinating floating manner and are even a nutritious feed for fish.
Max. size: 35 mm
Life expectancy: max. 3 months
Cysts per female: max. 5000
Temperature: 20 - 28 °C (optimal 23 - 25 °C)
pH value: 6,0 - 9,0 (optimal 6,5 - 7,5)
Expected fairy shrimp amount: at least 100 or 1.000 per bag
Aquarium starting with 2 liters
Tip: An approach with fairy shrimp cysts should be used multiple times by respective drying because at the first time not all nauplii slip out.
Microworms - breeding kit - with instructionsMicroworms are considered the perfect rearing food for fry. They grow to 1 - 3 mm in size, depending on the species, and are very slender. They are a very substantial young fish food and survive up to half a day in the aquarium. Microworms or even microalgae are especially suitable for raising fry that prefer to feed near the bottom of the aquarium, such as armored catfish, narrow-mouthed tetras or freshwater tetras.Suitable for the smallest fryFast growth - due to very high protein and fat contentFast reproduction of micro wormsFeeding recommendation:1 to 2 times per weekideal for fryThe preparation contains:sealable PE-box for the preparationmicroworms - breeding preparation in ZIP-bagbreeding substrate (melting flakes)breeding instructionsHow do I prepare and feed the microworms ?Melting flakes and yeast are mixed with water to a sticky pasteThen the batch of microworms with a little water is addedPut the lid on and wait a few days until the microworms crawl up the sidesIn between let air to the batchFor collecting use a cotton swab, with which one wipes the microworms from the wallThe cotton swab then rinse in a small container with waterGive water with the microworms with a syringe or pipette portioned or directly into the aquariumTo maintain the breeding stock regularly feed some melting flakesThe preparation can be restarted with microworms, water, melting flakes and dry yeast.
Live water fleas - Daphnia pulex
Can also be used for swimming ponds or biotopes to control floating algae.
Live food is the most natural way of feeding ornamental fish. No other food is as complete.
With all essential vitamins, minerals and nutrientsStimulates the hunting instinctpromotes vitality
Optimum storage temperature: 5-15°C
Shelf life approx. 7 days
Even with the greatest care, food animals may die due to temperature fluctuations or incalculable events. We accept no liability for this.
Large complete triop and fairy crab set (6 liters) - incl. approx. 200 prehistoric crab eggs, filter & extensive accessoriesImmerse yourself successfully in the fascinating world of prehistoric crayfish with the large complete set of triops and fairy crayfish. This high-quality set offers you everything you need for an uncomplicated start to breeding these exciting little creatures.High-quality breeding tank & extensive equipmentThe set includes a large breeding tank (approx. 30 × 20 × 20 cm, 6 liters) with a red cover as well as two breeding batches of Triops and fairy crayfish mix, each containing approx. 100 eggs - a total of around 200 eggs.The technical equipment ensures optimum water quality, consisting ofAir-operated sponge filterPowerful diaphragm pumpAccessories for successful breeding of Triops and fairy crabsThe complete set includes a comprehensive accessory package:Dust-free sand (2 × 150 g)Glass thermometerStirring rodpipette1 m silicone tubelanding netSpecial prehistoric crayfish food for Triops and fairy crayfishDetailed step-by-step instructionsYou are now perfectly equipped to successfully rear Triops longicaudatus, T. cancriformis and fairy shrimps such as Dendrocephalus brasiliensis.Easy to keep - ideal for beginners and aquarium enthusiastsTriops and fairy shrimps are extremely easy to care for and make for exciting observations. An aquarium of 2 liters or more is enough to experience their entire life cycle.Triops grow up to 7 cm in sizeFairy shrimps reach up to 2.5 cmAt around 20 °C and soft water, the tiny nauplii hatch from the eggs and reach an age of 2-3 months with good care. Triops bury their eggs in the substrate, whereas fairy shrimps lay them loosely. After the life cycle, the sand can be dried and used for the next breeding attempt.Important tips for successful breedingThe animals need light to hatch and a temperature of approx. 21-26 °C.
You can also find suitable lighting and heaters from us.The hatching rate depends on factors such as water values, temperature and light.The species included are random mixtures of different Triops and fairy shrimp varieties.Color variants can range from brown, green and blue to red. Let yourself be surprised!Practical tipUse a batch of crayfish eggs several times after drying, as not all eggs hatch at the same time.The ideal gift for hobby breeders & explorersThe large Triops and fairy shrimp complete set is an exceptional, comprehensive gift - ideal for birthdays, Christmas or simply for anyone who wants to experience nature up close.
Note: Colors, materials and manufacturers may differ from illustrations.
StreamBiz DAS sieve - extra-fine food sieve for Pure Nature & frozen foodExtra-fine plastic strainer for easy, clean feeding of StreamBiz Pure Nature products. Also ideal for rinsing and portioning fine frozen or live food - universally applicable whenever a very fine sieve is required. Product information:
Extra fine mesh for precise straining and rinsingPerfect for StreamBiz Pure Nature productsCan be used universally (fine straining work in everyday aquaristics)Made of robust plastic, easy to cleanWith eyelet for hanging (practical storage) The StreamBiz DAS sieve is a practical, extra-fine plastic sieve for aquariums. It helps you to portion StreamBiz Pure Nature products cleanly and reliably drain off excess liquid as required. It is also ideal for briefly rinsing or sieving fine frozen or live food before feeding. Thanks to the particularly fine mesh and handy format, the strainer is an uncomplicated accessory for everyday use. The eyelet makes it easy to hang in or on the aquarium cabinet. FAQ
What is "DAS Sieb" particularly suitable for?
For the administration of StreamBiz Pure Nature products and wherever a very fine sieve is required. Can the sieve also be used for frozen food?Yes, it is very suitable for straining and rinsing fine food How big is the sieve?Approx. 16 cm long and 6.5 cm in diameter.Is there a hanging loop?Yes, an eyelet for hanging is provided. How is the sieve cleaned?
Simply rinse with clear water; if necessary, clean with a soft brush (without detergent).
Feeding snails The live feeding snails in the 90 ml bag are a high-quality, natural food source for snail-eating aquarium inhabitants such as puffer fish, predatory snails, loaches, axolotl and water turtles.
They promote natural hunting behavior and contribute to a species-appropriate diet.Product details:
90 ml bag with live feeding snails
small: mixed bubble snails and post horn snails (up to 5mm)large: Post horn snails from 5mm in size
Shelf life: Up to 14 days if stored in a cool place
Application: Food for puffer fish, predatory snails, loaches, axolotl, turtles and other snail-eating animals
Special features: Promotes the natural hunting instinct and supports dental careAdvantages at a glance:
Natural food source: >Live food from our own aquaculture
Health-promoting:Rich in vitamins, minerals and nutrients
Promotes natural behavior:Stimulates the hunting instinct and supports dental care
Versatile use:Suitable for various snail-eating aquarium inhabitants
Easy to use: Can be added directly to the aquariumNote:
The snails are not suitable for human consumption. Please consider the specific needs of your aquarium inhabitants and feed accordingly.
StreamBiz red mosquito larvae paste 120g
A complete food for tropical fish.
Feed paste with red mosquito larvae. The easily digestible and extremely economical feed pastes ensure good health and vibrant colors of the fish.The feed paste can be attached anywhere in the aquarium. Also suitable for feeding specialists.The advantage over live food is that no contamination can occur as the food is sterile. It is therefore an ideal replacement for live and frozen food.
Content: 120g
StreamBiz Artemia nauplii, liquid 100ml
Artemia nauplii and decapsulated cysts in a purely plant-based nutrientsolution with vitamins.This nature food solution consists of freshly hatched Artemia without egg capsules in a purely plant-based nutrient solution. The Artemia solution is mainly used for newly hatched fish, as the nutrient content is particularly high. The ideal food for small fish that feed exclusively on live food.
The ideal replacement for live and frozen food.
Enriched with vitamins and trace elements
without preservatives
Suitable for saltwater aquariums
Content: 100ml
Phytoplankton live food for aquariums
Phytoplankton forms the basis of the marine food chain and is of vital importance to the ocean ecosystem. These unicellular algae are responsible for the direct or indirect nutrition of a wide variety of creatures, ranging from microscopic animal zooplankton to whales weighing tons.45ml → for aquariums up to 100 liters80ml → for aquariums up to 180 liters300ml → for aquariums up to 600 liters1000ml → for aquariums up to 2000 liters
Phytoplankton can have various positive effects in saltwater aquariums:Direct supply of various filter feeders such as tube worms, mussels,
gorgonians,
sponges or sea squirtsIndirect supply through the reproduction and enrichment of zooplankton, which in turn serves as food for larger aquarium inhabitants.Competition for food for unwanted algae such as cyanobacteria and other unwanted algae, resulting in a more balanced and healthier aquarium.Phytoplankton for the marine aquarium is carefully manufactured and provides a high quality food source to promote the health and well-being of the aquarium. It is an essential supplement for any aquarist looking to create a balanced and vibrant ecosystem in their marine aquarium.
Artemia ready mix 195gWith this ready mix from Microbe-Lift, you can be sure of a hatch rate of up to 95%.The Microbe-Lift Artemia ready mix contains Artemia eggs and salt for easy cultivation of Artemia crustaceans. Live food promotes the vitality and healthy development of young animals. The colorfulness of the fish is maintained and liveliness is promoted. Artemia nauplii are also ideal as rearing food for young fish and for feeding corals.
The hatching time is approx. 24-48 hours. Practical dosing spoon included.Instructions: Add 3 spoons (approx. 16 g) of the ready-to-use Artemia mix to 500 ml of water. The use of a separate container is recommended. The waiting time is 24-48 hours. The hatched Artemia/nauplii can then be fed to fish, corals and lower animals as live food.
Easy food kit from SuperfishTool set for feeding flake, frozen or live fooddrifting feed ring for flake food feed basket for frozen food and live food funnel with sieve effectYou can thaw the frozen food directly in the sieve and the water flows into the measuring cup. Or you sieve the live food with it.You can then feed the frozen or live food also in the sieve that you hang in the feed ring.The feed ring alone you can also use, so that the fed flake food remains in place and does not float on the entire water surface.
The Mini crabs are going! The freshwater fairy shrimp (Dendrocephalus brasiliensis)
The freshwater fairy shrimp Dendrocephalus brasiliensis is from Brasil and breed as life food for ornamental fish.from Thailandis is very well suited for aquarium at temperatures around 24 - 28 °C. Keeping is optimal in a small aquarium with soft water.
They grow fast and they can have a size of 1 cm after 2 weeks. Then the female start to lay eggs.
Facts: Fairy shrimp among to the anostraca, have a fascinating floating manner and are even a nutritious feed for fish.
Max. size: 30 mm
Life expectancy: max. 3 - 4 months
Cysts per female: max. 5000
Temperature: 22 - 30 °C (optimal 24 - 28 °C)
pH Wert: 6,0 - 9,0 (optimal 6,5 - 7,5)
Expected fairy shrimp amount: at least 100 or 1.000 per bag
Aquarium starting with 2 liters
Tip: An approach with fairy shrimp cysts should be used multiple times by respective drying because at the first time not all nauplii slip out.
Staple food for Triops - with instructionsStaple food for Triops are high-quality, firm sticks that perfectly combine vegetable and animal ingredients.Approx. 2 mm thick food sticks for all turtles (Triops, Lepidurus) from about 2 weeks of age.Sinks quickly to the bottom and can be grasped very well by the TriopsMany natural ingredients without artificial additivesPromotes growth, vitality and healthFeeding recommendation:Larger Triops like to grab their food and are constantly on the lookout for something to eat. Therefore, feed several times a day as many sticks as will be eaten by the next feeding. Please do not overfeed, i.e. only enough so that nothing is left over!Quantity: 10 gComposition: Cereals, vegetables, molluscs and crustaceans, algae, oils and fats.Instructions: Included are the comprehensive instructions for keeping and breeding primeval crayfish. (Note: If the food is purchased together with primeval crabs, no further instructions are normally included).
Streambiz Artemia, liquid 100ml
Artemiain a purely plant-based nutrient solution with vitamins.This nature food solution consists of adult Artemia in a purely plant-based nutrient solution. The Artemia are suitable for fish that feed exclusively on live food. The advantage over live food is that no contamination can occur as the food is sterile. It is therefore an ideal substitute for live and frozen food.
Enriched with vitamins and trace elements
without preservatives
Suitable for saltwater aquariums
Content: 100ml
Live water fleas - Daphnia pulex
Can also be used for swimming ponds or biotopes to control floating algae.
Live food is the most natural way of feeding ornamental fish. No other food is as complete.
With all essential vitamins, minerals and nutrientsStimulates the hunting instinctpromotes vitality
Optimum storage temperature: 5-15°C
Shelf life approx. 7 days
Even with the greatest care, food animals may die due to temperature fluctuations or incalculable events. We accept no liability for this.
Live food marine copepods / copepodsMarine copepods are small crustaceans that are ideal as live food for small fish and shrimps in freshwater and saltwater aquariums.Shelf life approx. 14-21 daysStore in a cool place
Marine copepods are an excellent source of protein, fat, omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, making them an ideal live food for fish and other aquarium invertebrates. In addition to providing nutrients, they provide invertebrates with important building materials for moulting, including chitin from their outer shell and moulting hormones.It is recommended to rinse the copepods under running water before feeding to remove any residues. These small crustaceans die quickly in fresh water and are then readily eaten by dwarf shrimps and snails, providing a natural and healthy addition to the diet of these aquarium inhabitants.
Even with the greatest care, it can happen that food animals die due to temperature fluctuations or unpredictable events. We accept no liability for this.
The Mini crabs are going! The freshwater fairy shrimp (Dendrocephalus brasiliensis)
The freshwater fairy shrimp Dendrocephalus brasiliensis is from Brasil and breed as life food for ornamental fish.from Thailandis is very well suited for aquarium at temperatures around 24 - 28 °C. Keeping is optimal in a small aquarium with soft water.
They grow fast and they can have a size of 1 cm after 2 weeks. Then the female start to lay eggs.
Facts: Fairy shrimp among to the anostraca, have a fascinating floating manner and are even a nutritious feed for fish.
Max. size: 30 mm
Life expectancy: max. 3 - 4 months
Cysts per female: max. 5000
Temperature: 22 - 30 °C (optimal 24 - 28 °C)
pH Wert: 6,0 - 9,0 (optimal 6,5 - 7,5)
Expected fairy shrimp amount: at least 100 or 1.000 per bag
Aquarium starting with 2 liters
Tip: An approach with fairy shrimp cysts should be used multiple times by respective drying because at the first time not all nauplii slip out.
Fairy shrimps (spring gillfoot)
Fairy shrimps (spring gillfoot) are very common. Fairy shrimps are gilled crustaceans that have been found on our planet since prehistoric times in salt lakes, drying waters or polar waters.Only animals from Asia or America that live in a water temperature of 20-30°C are suitable for keeping in an aquarium. These species (Branchinella thailandensis and Dendrocephalus brasiliensis) live in waters that regularly dry out and are only filled with rainwater. The water is therefore very soft.
Appearance
The animals have 11 pairs of leaf feet. These leaf-shaped limbs serve not only for locomotion but also for breathing – which has led to the term "gilled-foot crustacean". There are sometimes minor differences in colour. They are found in colours ranging from orange to reddish-brown and may have greenish to bluish hues at the joints and at the boundaries of the segments.Both sexes have two short thread-like antennae. However, another pair of antennae differ in both shape and according to sex. Males have lobe-shaped appendages that can be curled up. Adult females are mainly distinguished by the ventrally located brood sacs, which are filled with eggs, and the ends of the female's tail are translucently light.
Systematics
Phylum: Arthropoda / ArthropodsSubphylum: Crustacea / CrustaceansClass: Anostraca – Gill-feetFamily: BranchipodidaeGenus: Branchipus / Eubranchipus /Tanymastix etc.
Care
Depending on the species, fairy shrimps live for 6-12 weeks and the size of adult animals varies from 1-3cm.Can Triops and fairy shrimps be kept together?yes, they can
Aquarium size:
Initially, a Faunarium box size 230 x 155 x 170 mm is quite sufficient
From a body length of 1.5cm, they can be gradually accustomed to larger tanks
Basic lighting: Sunlight or aquarium lighting is sufficientAeration: An air pump with a stone and very little air flow is sufficient for keepingSetup:Only water and breeding substrate in the breeding/starting container. A little fine aquarium sand can be used as substrate (but this is not absolutely necessary)Decorations can be used, but are only for our eyes and not of importance to the fairy shrimps.Fairy shrimps are free-swimmers – so they need enough free swimming space in the breeding container.If the animals swim around freely, you can also add a little aquarium moss to the water.
To ensure the water is soft, it is best to use 2/3 distilled water and 1/3 mineral water (non-carbonated).Water temperature: Fluctuations in temperature of +/- 5° C are not dramatic.The ideal breeding temperature is 26°.Start:The larvae only hatch when they are completely surrounded by water. Therefore, place the eggs on adhesive tape and then put this in the water – so the eggs are not washed to the edge and always remain in contact with water.After 1-3 days the larvae hatch. The larvae grow quickly and can reach sexual maturity after up to 40 moults in one to two weeks. The males hold the females with their jaw pincers shortly before and also during mating. After mating, the eggs develop in the egg sacs on the females’ abdomens. They fall to the bottom of the water and can survive for several years of prolonged drought in the substrate.When the fairy shrimps have died, the water can be drained off and the substrate with the eggs left completely dry. The larvae can only hatch again if the eggs were completely dry.Once this is dried out, a new batch can be started.If no substrate is used, you can also siphon off the eggs with a thin hose. Let the water containing the eggs run through a fine net or a coffee filter – this way you can collect the eggs.Important: The animals do not tolerate large water changes. If fairy shrimps are to be moved to a larger home, it is best to place the animals together with the breeding water into the new home or tank and slowly fill up the container with conditioned tap water.
Feeding
The larvae are fed from the 3rd day after hatching.The larvae can be fed with algae powder or JBL Artemio fluid.
For all animal husbandry: Children must be guided, supervised and monitored by their parents. Children must learn that an animal has its own needs and habits and they must respect this. Parents should be aware that they are responsible for the animal.
For questions and problems our trained team at Zoo Roco is at your disposal. They can advise you professionally on all matters.
Essigaelchen - live food for small ornamental fish
Vinegar lakes are suitable for any type of fry.But especially fish with small mouths such as small guppies, characins or danios, this is an optimal starter food.
Suitable for the smallest fryFast growth and vital fish – due to high nutrient contentFast reproduction of the vinegar liceswim freely and live long in the aquariumvery easy maintenance, as breeding stock can stand for several months
The batch contains:
200 ml sealable PET culture bottleVery many acetic lattices in about 150 ml of culture liquid (enough to quickly make 1 liter of mixtures yourself)Cultivation instructionsHow do I grow and feed the vinegar lice?
Mix the fruit vinegar/apple cider vinegar with water in a 1:1 ratioa piece of sugar cube and a little dry yeast serve as food (already included in the breeding mixture).
Lid may only rest on the opening, because the acetic lice need oxygen.For feeding, carefully add the culture liquid with the
Essigälchen up to about 3 cm below the edge in a
Schnapps bottle/Erlenmeyer flask with a thin neck. Insert cable ties and
filter floss so that the floss is just covered by the liquid.
is covered. Fill with normal water and wait 1 day.Aspirate the vinegar dish with the pipette over the absorbent cotton and feed directly.Put liquid from the liquor bottle back into the breeding bottle.
Skyscraper terrariumHigh terrarium for climbing reptiles
The Skyscraper Terrarium is the ideal solution for keeping climbing reptiles and amphibians such as dwarf geckos, anoles or tree frogs in a species-appropriate environment. Thanks to its high design, it offers optimum space for vertical movements and a natural habitat design.
Product benefits at a glance:
High terrarium ideal for climbing reptiles
Plenty of space for natural, vertical design
Optimum ventilation for a stable terrarium climate
Grid cover for lighting and UV light
Convenient access through front door
High-quality glass finishPerfect for arboreal speciesThanks to its generous height, the Skyscraper Terrarium is ideal for animals that prefer to live in higher areas. Branches, cork tubes, plants and back walls can be optimally integrated and create a structured, natural environment.
Sophisticated design & optimum ventilation
The combination of front ventilation and upper mesh lid ensures a natural flow of air in the terrarium. This prevents stagnant air and supports a healthy climate for your animals. The sturdy mesh lid also enables optimum UV and heat supply from terrarium lamps.
Safe, high-quality and easy to cleanThe front glass door allows easy access for care, feeding and cleaning. High-quality materials and sturdy workmanship ensure durability and safety in daily use.
Live food Artemia nauplii (Artemia franciscana)Artemia nauplii are an ideal food for rearing young fish and axolotl.Optimum storage temperature: 5-15 °C
Shelf life approx. 7-10 days
Rearing feed High vitamin and nutrient contentLive food is the most natural way of feeding ornamental fish. No other food is as complete.
With all essential vitamins, minerals and nutrientsEven with the greatest care, it can happen that food animals die due to temperature fluctuations or unpredictable events. We accept no liability for this.
Live water fleas - Daphnia pulex
Can also be used for swimming ponds or biotopes to control floating algae.
Live food is the most natural way of feeding ornamental fish. No other food is as complete.
With all essential vitamins, minerals and nutrientsStimulates the hunting instinctpromotes vitality
Optimum storage temperature: 5-15°C
Shelf life approx. 7 days
Even with the greatest care, food animals may die due to temperature fluctuations or incalculable events. We accept no liability for this.