Daphnia "Water Fleas" (Daphnia magna) – Essential Microfauna & Nutritious Freshwater Live Food – Crucial Feed for Fish Fry

Daphnia magna

Minimum: 100+ Live

Boost the health and vitality of your aquarium with Daphnia magna, commonly referred to as "Water Fleas." These freshwater microfauna are a staple live food source, packed with vital nutrients that are ideal for feeding fish fry and other small fish species. Daphnia are widely known for their ability to enhance growth rates, promote vibrant coloration, and improve the survival of young fish. They are also beneficial to your aquarium's ecosystem, helping to filter water by consuming suspended organic particles and algae.

Key Features:

• High-Quality Live Food: Daphnia are rich in protein and other essential nutrients, making them an ideal food source for newly hatched fry, small fish, and even adult fish.
• Crucial for Fry Development: Daphnia’s small size and soft bodies make them perfect for feeding delicate fry, promoting strong growth, improved immune systems, and better survival rates.
• Water Purification: As natural filter feeders, Daphnia help maintain water quality by consuming algae and detritus, acting as a living cleanup crew for your tank.
• Sustainable Culture: Easy to breed and maintain, Daphnia provide a renewable, low-maintenance live food source for your aquarium, reducing the need for commercial fish food.
• Encourages Natural Behavior: Feeding your fish live Daphnia promotes active hunting behaviors, enhancing the overall mental and physical stimulation of your aquarium inhabitants.

Growing & Maintaining Tips:

• Tank Setup: Daphnia thrive in both dedicated culture tanks and community tanks with stable water conditions. A separate culture tank ensures a constant supply of live food.
• Temperature: Ideal water temperatures for Daphnia range from 65°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C), suitable for most freshwater aquariums.
• Feeding Daphnia: They feed on microscopic algae, yeast, and bacteria. Supplement their diet with green water, spirulina powder, or yeast to support a thriving colony.
• Breeding: Daphnia reproduce asexually under favorable conditions. Ensure moderate light exposure and aeration to encourage growth and maintain healthy populations.
• Harvesting: Use a fine mesh net or a pipette to harvest Daphnia without disturbing your culture, allowing you to feed your fish while preserving the breeding population.
• Tank Compatibility: Daphnia are compatible with most freshwater setups, from breeding tanks to community aquariums, and are especially useful for feeding small fish, tetras, guppies, and bettas.

Uses:

• Fry Nutrition: Daphnia provide a perfect first meal for newly hatched fry, supporting rapid growth, enhanced color development, and robust health during their early stages.
• Fish Feeding: Adult fish benefit from Daphnia’s high nutrient content, with live food encouraging natural feeding instincts and improving overall health.
• Water Maintenance: Daphnia naturally filter tank water, reducing algae blooms and organic debris, improving overall water quality in your aquarium.
• Breeding Support: Introducing Daphnia into breeding tanks supports fry development and reduces the need for artificial feeds, offering a more natural diet that encourages better health outcomes.

Why Choose Live Daphnia? Adding live Daphnia magna to your aquarium brings multiple benefits, from providing an essential, nutrient-dense food source to supporting water quality. Their ease of care and rapid reproduction make them a reliable live food for fry and adult fish alike. Whether you're looking to ensure the survival and growth of delicate fry or add variety to your fish’s diet, Daphnia are a crucial component of a balanced, thriving freshwater tank. Cultivating Daphnia offers a renewable and sustainable live food supply, promoting the long-term health and well-being of your aquarium inhabitants.