Paramecium bursaria – 2 oz Starter Culture with Chlorella vulgaris
From Shadowhouse Shrimp
This 2 oz starter culture of Paramecium bursaria from Shadowhouse Shrimp includes a small vial of Chlorella vulgaris to initiate their natural symbiotic relationship. P. bursaria is a free-living ciliate protozoan that harbors Chlorella algae within its cytoplasm, creating a mutualistic system that supports long-term culture health and nutrient cycling.
The culture is fed with wheat berries, which encourage bacterial growth—these bacteria then become the primary food source for the paramecia. This setup creates a self-sustaining micro-ecosystem ideal for ongoing propagation.
Paramecium bursaria is a favorite live food for small fry, filter-feeding invertebrates, carnivorous plants, and amphibians due to its size, nutritional value, and active movement that stimulates feeding responses.
Specifications:
Volume: 2 oz live starter culture
Includes: Small vial of Chlorella vulgaris (symbiotic green algae)
Feeding base: Wheat berries (supports bacterial growth)
Organism: Paramecium bursaria
Use: Live food for fry, aquatic amphibians, and carnivorous plants
Recommended Water Parameters:
Temperature: 65–80°F (18–27°C)
pH: 6.5–8.0
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Lighting: Low to moderate indirect light supports Chlorella growth and symbiosis
A ready-to-start live culture from Shadowhouse Shrimp—perfect for boosting your live food variety and supporting sensitive aquatic life.