Paramecium Starter Culture (Aurelia) – 2 oz
From Shadowhouse Shrimp
This 2 oz starter culture of Paramecium aurelia from Shadowhouse Shrimp is a dependable live food option for small fry, filter feeders, amphibians, and carnivorous plants. P. aurelia is a free-swimming ciliate protozoan closely related to P. caudatum, but slightly smaller and often preferred for feeding tiny fry due to its more manageable size and rapid reproduction rate.
Each culture includes wheat berries to promote bacterial growth, which serves as the primary food source for the paramecia. This creates a self-sustaining, low-maintenance system that’s easy to scale up for continued use.
Specifications:
Volume: 2 oz live starter culture
Organism: Paramecium aurelia (ciliate protozoa)
Feeding base: Wheat berries (to support bacterial bloom)
Use: Live food for small fry, 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: Not required
A versatile and essential live food option—easy to culture and perfect for breeders or hobbyists looking to support delicate aquatic life from day one.