There are many benefits to storing live food eggs, here are some of them…   A new critter that won’t eat When a new creature is introduced into your tank, it can be a bit of a a shock to them, no matter how much you acclimate and try to

Everyone goes through tough times financially and when these times come, we, at Aquatic Live Food want to ensure that everyone can continue to pursue their aquarium hobby and enjoy it in their spare time. That’s why we have compiled a short list of tips to help you save throughout

Also known as Glass Shrimp, Ghost Shrimp or Feeder Shrimp, Marine Grass Shrimp are one of the most exciting creatures you can introduce into your aquarium.   Excellent food source Grass shrimp are a real treat when found by fish in the ocean. They are an excellent source of live

Have you been wondering how you could save money and resources on your aquarium hobby, while also becoming more skilled? Many people choose to culture their own live foods and phytoplankton at home, as it’s a highly rewarding experience and can heighten your expertise and overall knowledge of aquaria.  

A vivarium is an enclosure, container, or structure adapted or prepared for keeping animals under semi-natural conditions. They are usually used for observation or study or as pets. In this article, we explore the main types of vivariums that exist today…   Aquarium   Here, at Aquatic Live Food, we

Macroalgae or seaweed refers to thousands of species of macroscopic, multicellular, marine algae. These seaweeds come in many different sizes, colours, and shapes, which make them appealing for aquarium owners as they brighten up tanks. But they are not all for looks…   As many aquarium hobbyists know, macroalgae have

In our previous article we discussed the numerous benefits of microalgae for a home aquarium. Most organisms benefit from variety in their diet and your tank dwellers are no exception. Moreover, since dietary requirements vary by species and their different developmental stages, the importance of adding multiple microalgae species to

Triops are plankton from prehistoric times and existed before dinosaurs! They look a bit like tadpoles with shields, hence they are also commonly known as ‘tadpole shrimp’ and ‘shield shrimp’. Most Triops are hermaphrodites, which means their eggs do not need to be fertilized and will still hatch into little

Through our recent water testing, we have noticed a major increase in dinoflagellates otherwise known as ‘dino’s’ in Australian waters.   Dinoflagellates can be a nuisance and can quickly cause masses of ugly green masses of algae in your tank. Therefore, when we culture our products, we clean them of

As we have added many new species of Copepods to our website, you may be wondering which type of copepod is best for your fish species and tank…   There are many types of copepods here are the three main groups. These groups are as follows:   Harpacticoida Compared to