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Dinosaur
Hatching Kit

Aquatic Live Food is excited to introduce our range of Kids Aquarium Products starting with this Dinosaur Hatching Kit along with the Daphnia Hatching Kit & Fairy Shrimp Hatching Kit. These kits come with everything you need to grow your very own sea creatures at home and watch them hatch and grow before your eyes!

This kit is guaranteed to excite kids of all ages 5+ as they watch and learn the fascinating process of the plankton life cycle!  Once hatched, the Dinosaur Triops are an excellent pet and are compatible with community freshwater fish. The Dinosaur Triops Hatching Kit is slightly more complex, has more components, and is great for kids who want more of a challenge!

learn about marine life
at an early age

The Kids Triops Hatching Kit is a thrilling and educational adventure that ignites a fascination for biology and the underwater world. It not only teaches kids about these fascinating creatures but also instills a sense of responsibility and life skills as they care for their Triops from hatching to maturity.

Recommended for ages 8 and above.

Observe Behavior

Children can observe the growth and development of the Triops, as well as their movement and behavior, which is a great learning experience.

Teach Responsibility

Not only is this kit a great way to spark a child’s curiosity about biology and the natural world, but it also teaches responsibility as they care for their new tiny pets. 

Ages 8+

The Kids Triops Hatching Kit is perfect for kids aged 8 and up and makes a great addition to any home science lab.

Here are the four simple steps to hatching your own Daphnia eggs

The process is easy!

1

Check the Kit

First open the box and you will see a container. Now the kit has everything you need to get started with hatching your own Triops.

Inside you have an airline tube with the air stone, heater mat, a net which is for extracting Triops, the eggs themselves, and Indian almond leaves crushed up and ready to use, and finally a water conditioner.

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2

Add Water, Conditioner & Leaves

Firstly, add water, make sure the water is clean and at the correct temperature for hatching Triops. We recommend using bottled water. Fill about 3 quarters of the container, then you want to add the water conditioner, it is enough for 2 uses so for now only use half. Next add the Indian leaves,

3

Add The Triops Eggs

Cut open the capsule with some scissors and empty the eggs into the container. Once it is open, pour them all in.

4

Observe

Then leave it for 12 to 24 hours (Triops eggs hatch really quickly).  Keep the water clean and maintain the temperature within the recommended cool range of 15 to 18 degrees celsius, and keep the out of direct sunlight.

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  • Container – used to hatch the Dinosaur eggs
  • Small Net
  • Triops Eggs – you get to choose between 7 different Triops dinosaur species!
  • Crushed Indian Almond Leaves or Liquid Tannin
  • Airline Fitting
  • Heating Mat with cord and Australian plug – This is especially important for the species ‘Australiensis’ that like temperatures between 25°C-30°C.
  • Thermometer sticker to attach to container and monitor temperature of the water
  • NOW INCLUDES Air Pump – valued at $36!
  • E-book – Downloadable after purchase
  • T. australiensis – need warm water hatching and growing between 25°C-30°C
  • T. cancriformis – need water around 15°C-20°C and the hatching time will take more than the average 24-36hours. (T.australiensis 24 hours.)
  • T. longicaudatus – need water around 15°C-20°C and hatching time will take more than average 24-36hours
  • T. red longicaudatus – need water around 15°C-20°C and hatching time will take more than average 24-36hours
  • T. newberryi – need water around 15°C-20°C and hatching time will take more than average 24-36hours
  • T. granarius – need water around 15°C-20°C and hatching time will take more than average 24-36hours
  • T. china – need water around 15°C-20°C and hatching time will take more than average 24-36hours

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Use clean, unchlorinated water at the recommended temperature range, which is typically around 68-86°F (20-30°C).

Keep the hatching container in a warm and well-lit place, but not in direct sunlight. The temperature and lighting conditions should be consistent to ensure successful hatching.

Feed the Triops regularly with the food provided in the kit. The frequency of feeding will depend on the size of the population and the amount of food available.

You can monitor the growth and development of the Triops by observing them through the hatching container. Keep an eye on their size, movement, and behavior to see how they change over time.

If you notice any issues with the Triops population, such as slow growth or high mortality, check the water quality and temperature, and adjust as necessary. If the issue persists, consider consulting the instructions provided in the kit or a professional for additional guidance.

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$49.50

The Kids Triops Hatching Kit comes with the following:

  • Container – used to hatch the Triops eggs
  • Small Net
  • Triops Eggs – you get to choose between 7 different Triops species!
  • Water Conditioner or Indian Almond Leaves
  • Airline Fitting
  • Heating Mat with USB cord and Australian plug – This is especially important for the species ‘Australiensis’ that like temperatures between 25°C-30°C.
  • Thermometer sticker to attach to container and monitor temperature of the water
  • E-book – Downloadable after purchase
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