Live water fleas - Daphnia pulex

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.

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

Pogostemon erectusPogostemon Erectus is a green-stemmed aquarium plant. It looks especially attractive when planted in compact groups, in the background.Difficult to grow: moderately demanding Light requirements: medium CO₂ requirements: medium Height of the adult plant: up to 40 cm Growth rate: moderate Temperature: 20-28°C Aquarium location: Foreground, background Origin: Asia - India Cup diameter 6 cm Pogostemon Erectus, or erect chard, is a decorative, light green stem plant that resembles a mini-conifer in its growth. It belongs to the light family. It is an ideal background plant. It is best planted in groups, as it forms dense clumps that provide a background for other aquarium species. Pogostemon likes to grow above the water surface. Pogostemon grows between 15 - 30 cm tall, but can reach up to 40 cm under favorable conditions. The width of a single stem is usually not more than 3 cm. The plant needs quite a lot of light, otherwise there are no major care requirements. Due to the moderate growth rate, pruning is rather rare. It tolerates water with a pH of 5.5-8 and water hardness of 1-20° dH. Pogostemon can be propagated by planting cut tips in the substrate. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact structure. This variety is not difficult to grow as long as it receives sufficient light (at least 0.5 W/l). CO₂ fertilization is advisable.Planting: The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed of gel under running water. This is best done by placing the plant in a container of lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself. Divide the contents of the cup into 1-2 cm lumps and then place them at a small distance on the selected items..

Live shiny worms - Lumbriculus variegatus Shiny worms look very similar to small earthworms and are ideal for live feeding in aquaria. Shiny worms, also known as Lumbriculus variegatus, belong to the group of the few-worms. With a length of 4-10 cm, they are ideal for medium-sized to large fish. Shrimps, such as Amano shrimps or tiger shrimps, also occasionally appreciate a shiny worm as food.These worms not only resemble earthworms externally, but are also closely related to them. Due to their dark color, they are also known as blackworms or are occasionally found in pots of aquatic plants, for example from Dennerle (which is why they are sometimes called Dennerle worms). Shiny worms are rich in proteins and fats, but do not contain much fiber.Storage temperature: 5-15 °C Shelf life approx. 21 days Live food is the most natural way of feeding ornamental fish. No other food is as complete. With all essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients Stimulates the hunting instinct Promotes vitalityEven with the greatest care, food animals may die due to temperature fluctuations or unpredictable events. We accept no liability for this.

Duckweed / Duckweed PortionDuckweed (Lemna minor L) Floating plant suitable for the aquarium also suitable for garden ponds and biotopes Duckweed – a natural floating plant for aquariums, ponds and feed productionDuckweed, also known as water lettuce, is a hardy, fast-growing floating plant suitable for freshwater aquariums, ponds and small rearing tanks. The small, green plants float freely on the water’s surface, reproduce very rapidly under favourable conditions and offer numerous benefits: They remove excess nutrients from the water, provide shade, improve the natural balance and are readily eaten by shrimp, snails, goldfish, ducks and other animals.Breeding and propagationCultivating duckweed is very simple. The plants are placed directly on the water’s surface and require no planting, no substrate and no CO₂ system. With sufficient light, calm water and enough nutrients, they reproduce by division. Under good conditions, the population can increase significantly within a few days. A small container, a nano-aquarium or a plastic tub is sufficient for targeted cultivation. We recommend at least 5 to 10 litres of water, for a more stable and productive culture 20 litres or more. The water should be as still as possible, as duckweed does not tolerate strong currents, splashing water or leaves that are permanently submerged.Optimal conditionsDuckweed is highly adaptable and grows reliably in many freshwater environments. An ideal water temperature of around 18 to 28 °C. Temperatures of approximately 10 to 30 °C are generally tolerated, though growth slows significantly in cooler conditions. The water should be nutrient-rich, for example through the presence of fish, prawns, snails or very sparing use of liquid fertiliser. A pH value in the slightly acidic to slightly alkaline range is suitable; approximately 5.5 to 8.0 is not a problem for most cultures. Water hardness usually plays only a minor role. Above all, sufficient light and a calm water surface are important. A lighting duration of around 8 to 12 hours a day promotes vigorous, green growth.Care instructionsSince duckweed grows very quickly, the population should be thinned out regularly. A completely closed plant canopy can block too much light from reaching other aquarium plants and restrict gas exchange at the water’s surface. You should therefore remove some of the plants using a fine-mesh net or spoon if necessary. To maintain a healthy culture, it is advisable to carry out partial water changes regularly and to remove dead or yellowing plants. In aquariums with strong surface movement, a filter outlet directly at the water’s surface or very nutrient-poor water, growth may be slower.Benefits at a glanceDuckweed is easy to care for, fast-growing and versatile.They help break down nutrients, provide shelter for young fish, naturally shade the aquarium and are ideal as a supplementary food for many aquatic animals.This makes them ideal for aquarists, pond owners and anyone wishing to create a simple, natural plant culture.The delivery consists of a starter batch of live duckweed for further propagation.Please note: Duckweed can spread very rapidly and should not be released into natural water bodies.