Paramecium Starter Culture (Caudatum) – 2 oz
From Shadowhouse Shrimp
This 2 oz starter culture of Paramecium caudatum from Shadowhouse Shrimp is an excellent live food source for newly hatched fish fry, filter-feeding invertebrates, amphibians, and carnivorous plants. P. caudatum is a larger species of free-swimming ciliate protozoan, making it ideal for slightly larger fry or early juvenile stages that need a more substantial first food.
The culture includes wheat berries, which are used to grow bacteria—the primary food source for the paramecia. This creates a self-sustaining, bacteria-rich environment to keep your culture active and productive.
Specifications:
Volume: 2 oz live starter culture
Organism: Paramecium caudatum (ciliate protozoa)
Feeding base: Wheat berries (to promote bacterial growth)
Use: Live food for 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
An easy-to-use, nutrient-rich culture from Shadowhouse Shrimp—ideal for aquarists looking to support delicate or developing aquatic life.