Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Sinking Discs for Neocaridina Shrimp
Product Description
Aqueon Shrimp Discs are made for freshwater shrimp and crustaceans, including crayfish. Each sinking disc is about 9 mm wide and contains no fish meal, helping provide a diet closer to what shrimp naturally eat. The formula also includes color-enhancing ingredients and Bentonite Clay to support molting and healthy exoskeleton development. They are suitable for Neocaridina shrimp, including Cherry and Blueberry varieties.
Benefits
- Ideal for Neocaridina Shrimp: Ideal for shrimp in Genus Neocaridina shrimp varieties, including Cherry and Blueberry Shrimp.
- Contains Bentonite Clay: Contains Bentonite Clay to aid with molting and strong shell production.
- No Fish Meal Added: No fish meal added, formulated to mimic a more natural shrimp diet.
- Sized for Multiple Shrimp: Approximately 9mm in diameter, allowing multiple shrimp to feed together at once.
- Boosts Shrimp Color: Helps boost the color of your shrimp with added color enhancers.
- Ideal for Crustaceans Too: Also suitable for freshwater crustaceans like crayfish, expanding feeding options in your aquarium.
Ingredients
Zinc Proteinate, Wheat, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Spinach Powder, Calcium Montmorillonite Clay, Biotin, Dehulled Soybean Meal, Iron Proteinate, Grain Distillers Dried Yeast, Astaxanthin (color), Pea Protein, Copper Proteinate, Krill Meal, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Manganese Proteinate, Chlorella, Folic Acid, Dehydrated Kelp, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Calcium Iodate, Niacin, Spirulina, Cobalt Proteinate, Vitamin A Acetate, Black Soldier Fly Larvae, Dicalcium Phosphate, Riboflavin-5-Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Shrimp Meal, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K Activity), Thiamine Mononitrate, dl-a-Tocopheryl Acetate, Soybean Oil, and Vitamin B12 Supplement.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 37% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 6% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 4% |
| Moisture (max) | 8% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 1% |
How to Use
Directions for Use
- Feed as Directed: Feed only as much as your shrimp will consume within a few minutes.
- Avoid Overfeeding: Feeding as directed helps ensure this food will not cloud the water.
- Ideal for Molting Shrimp: Feed regularly to support your shrimp through the natural molting process.
- Great for Group Feeding: These 9mm discs let multiple shrimp feed together comfortably at the same time.
Shipping & Return
We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.
For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Why doesn't this food contain fish meal?
Ans: The formula contains no added fish meal to better match the natural diet of herbivorous shrimp, which commonly feed on plant matter and biofilm in their environment.
Q2: What is Bentonite Clay, and why is it included?
Ans: Bentonite Clay is included in this formula to aid shrimp with molting and support strong shell production, which is an important part of their growth cycle as they shed and regrow their exoskeletons.
Q3: How big are these shrimp discs?
Ans: These discs are approximately 9mm in diameter, a size specifically chosen so that multiple shrimp can feed at the same time without competing too much for space around a single disc.
Q4: Does this food help enhance shrimp color?
Ans: Yes. The discs contain added color enhancers that help bring out your shrimp’s natural colors and make them appear more vibrant.
Q5: What is Aqueon Herbivore Shrimp Food used for?
Ans: These sinking discs are made for freshwater Neocaridina shrimp, including Cherry and Blueberry Shrimp. They can also be fed to freshwater crustaceans such as crayfish and provide nutrients to support healthy molting and shell development.
Q6: Is this food suitable for all types of shrimp?
Ans: This food is made for Neocaridina shrimp, including Cherry and Blueberry Shrimp. It may not be the right choice for shrimp from other genera.
Q7: How often should I feed my shrimp this disc food?
Ans: Feed only enough for your shrimp to finish within a few minutes. This helps prevent overfeeding and keeps excess food from building up in the tank.