Triops Longicaudatus
Triops Longicaudatus Red
Triops Longicaudatus
Triops Longicaudatus Red
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Breeding triops: Why you should start raising your own prehistoric crustaceans now
Triops are not ordinary pets, they are living fossils. These fascinating prehistoric crustaceans have existed virtually unchanged for over 220 million years and even survived the dinosaurs. With a Triops starter kit, you can witness their exciting development from tiny nauplii to fully grown triops up close. Find out why now is the perfect time to start breeding triops here.
A living fossil in your own aquarium
Imagine observing animals that were already swimming when dinosaurs still roamed the earth. With Triops, you can bring a piece of prehistory into your home. No other pet combines evolution, history and nature as impressively as these little crustaceans.
Easy to get started: Even for beginners
Many people think that keeping exotic animals is complicated. But with Triops, the opposite is true: with a Triops breeding kit or a Triops starter pack, you have everything you need. A small aquarium, clean water and some food are all you need. After just 24 to 48 hours, the first Triops nauplii hatch – a magical moment that never fails to delight.
- For children: Learning about biology, responsibility and natural history through play.
- For adults: An exciting hobby that lets you forget the stress of everyday life.
Triops grow incredibly fast, so you can observe changes almost daily. They swim curiously through the aquarium, dig in the sand and display behaviour that will immediately captivate you.
Ideal for amateur biologists
Unlike traditional pets, triops are easy to care for. You don’t have to walk them, pet them or provide them with a lot of space. Nevertheless, they are animals with real character: curious, active and sometimes even a little cheeky. With the right triops food (e.g. spirulina, artemia or special triops food), they grow quickly and stay healthy.
A fully grown Triops lives for an average of six to eight weeks. This makes keeping them manageable, perfect for anyone looking for a temporary but intensive hobby. Also ideal as a project during the holidays, for biology lessons or as an unusual gift.
Conclusion
Triops are exciting, easy to care for and unique, whether as an educational project, hobby or gift. With a Triops starter set, you can immerse yourself in a world of discoveries that is millions of years old.
So what are you waiting for? Start breeding your own Triops now and experience prehistoric life coming back to life!
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