Triops Longicaudatus
Triops Longicaudatus Red
Triops Longicaudatus
Triops Longicaudatus Red
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ThermometerFrequently asked questions
What are primeval crabs?
The prehistoric crab or Triops is a living fossil and was already swimming in pools where the dinosaurs trudged more than 200 million years ago.
→ More information can be found in the main article: What are prehistoric crabs?
Where do Triops live?
Triops live in puddles and pools of water created by seasonal rain showers and flooding.
What do Triops eat?
In the wild, Triops feed on insects, tadpoles and plants. In the first few days of life, they obtain their food from bacteria and nutrients in the water. Young animals are fed spirulina powder and chlorella powder as well as decapsulated Artemia eggs in domestic breeding. Adult animals are fed solid food in the form of granulated food, pellets, food tablets, but also live food.
→ More information on feeding can be found in the main article: Feeding Triops.
Can I breed Triops myself at home?
Yes, you can do that without any problems. The best way to do this is to buy a starter set here in the shop and you can start breeding Triops in just a few days.
→ More information about breeding Triops can be found in the main article: Breeding Triops.