Live Copepod Mix

Fast Phyto - 3 Species Live Copepod Culture

Packed fresh and teeming with life, our Live Copepod Culture is the ultimate solution for maintaining a thriving and balanced reef ecosystem. Fast Phyto’s copepods are sustainably cultured and shipped directly to your door in crystal-clear water so you can observe the dense swarm of these tiny, beneficial organisms.

This live blend features three powerhouse species:

• Tigriopus californicus – A larger, nutrient-rich copepod ideal for finicky fish.
• Tisbe biminiensis – A hardy, benthic species that hides in rockwork and reproduces in-tank.
• Apocyclops panamensis – A fast-reproducing swimmer that adds movement and diversity to your pod population.

Perfect for feeding mandarins, wrasses, pipefish, and other picky eaters, this mix helps establish and maintain a thriving in-tank population. Your reef inhabitants will enjoy a constant, nutritious live food source that promotes natural hunting behavior and boosts overall vitality.

Dosing Instructions: 

Pour directly into your sump, refugium, or display tank. For best results, add copepods after lights-out to reduce predation and ensure maximum colonization. Shake gently before use. Pour the entire contents at once.

**Add to aquarium within 24 hours! Copepods need oxygen and food in order to survive. Live copepods are not meant to be stored long-term. 

Always monitor water parameters when introducing new live cultures. Refrigeration not required. 

**FOR AQUARIUM USE ONLY**