Apocyclops Live Copepods - Reef Pulse
Apocyclops Live Copepods - Reef Pulse - 8 oz is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Planktura Reef Pulse Copepods – Apocyclops
Planktura’s Reef Pulse Copepods bring live Apocyclops directly to your aquarium, providing a natural, nutrient-rich food source for fish and invertebrates. These single-strain cultures are used to seed copepod populations in your tank, enhancing your reef ecosystem by stimulating natural feeding behaviors, boosting biodiversity, and supporting a balanced, self-sustaining environment.
Species Profile: Apocyclops Copepods
- Size range: 70 to 600 micrometers, suitable for a wide range of fish and coral feeders.
- Freely swim throughout the water column for easy access by fish and invertebrates.
- Omnivorous diet, consuming detritus, ciliates, algae, and bacteria, helping keep your aquarium clean and balanced.
- Rich in lipids and PUFAs, supporting healthy growth in marine fish larvae.
- Adaptable to varying salinities, making them a reliable live feed solution for diverse aquatic environments.
Key Benefits
- Seeds and sustains copepod populations in your display tank or refugium.
- Encourages natural feeding behaviors in fish and invertebrates.
- Supports a stable, self-sustaining reef ecosystem.
- Helps with nutrient export by consuming detritus and microalgae.
Instructions
- Acclimate the bottle to your tank’s temperature and salinity.
- Gently release the copepods into your tank or refugium.
- Add them at night when fish are less active.
- Provide additional food such as live phytoplankton to help the population establish.
Storage and Shelf Life
- Oxygenate or open the bottle daily to refresh the air.
- Shelf life is up to 2 months with proper daily oxygenation.
- Store in a stable environment away from extreme temperatures.
Not For Human Consumption.
Copepods Storage
Copepods Storage
Keep copepods in the refrigerator.
Oxygenate the bottle daily
How We Pack Livestock
How We Pack Livestock
At New Dawn Aquaculture, we take every step to ensure your marine life arrives alive and thriving!
Carefully Packed for a Safe Journey
- Livestock is hand-packed in sealed oxygen-filled bags with fresh saltwater.
- Insulated coolers with heat or ice packs keep conditions stable, regardless of weather.
- Built to handle up to 48 hours in transit.
Fast Delivery, Every Time
We ship FedEx Priority Overnight so your marine life arrives the next day, reducing stress and maximizing health.
Our Promise
Healthy, vibrant marine life delivered to your door, guaranteed. Shop with peace of mind—your aquarium deserves the best!
Arrive Alive Guarantee Policy
Arrive Alive Guarantee Policy
At New Dawn Aquaculture, we guarantee that your livestock arrives alive and healthy—no exceptions. Here's how it works:
What’s Covered
All shipped livestock, including corals, fish, inverts, and live foods.
How It Works
- Be present for delivery and follow our acclimation guide.
- Report any issues within 48 hours of delivery by emailing info@ndaquaculture.ca with clear photos of the unop
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Reef Pulse Live Copepods Strains
Reef Pulse Live Copepods Strains
Tigriopus
Best for: Feeding larger fish and invertebrates, seeding new tanks, and reducing slime algae such as cyanobacteria and dinoflagellates.
Size (250-1700 μm): Adult Tigriopus are large copepods and are easily visible to the naked eye.
Tigriopus: Rich in fatty acids and lipids, they offer high nutritional value for your marine life. They also consume nuisance slime algae like cyanobacteria and dinoflagellates, keeping your tank clean and healthy.
Apocyclops
Best for: Consuming detritus and ciliates, they are a great live food for picky eaters and help maintain a clean, balanced reef aquarium.
Size (70–600 μm): Apocyclops copepods are medium-sized, with adult Apocyclops barely visible to the naked eye.
Apocyclops: An excellent natural food source for picky fish that hunt in the water column, as they swim throughout the tank. They consume detritus and ciliates, helping to keep the tank clean.
Tisbe
Best for: Feeding small fish like mandarins and enhancing substrate health by cleaning detritus and microalgae.
Size (50–250 μm): Tisbe copepods are smaller and not visible to the naked eye.
Tisbe: Benthic dwellers that inhabit substrate and live rock. As excellent detritivores, they consume waste and microalgae, keeping your tank clean. They also provide food for small fish like mandarins.
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