Daphnia

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    Hi guys, i bought some live daphnia from Fish etc today, my fish are going crazy for the food. Just a question tho, how often can i feed it and how long will it last in a jug i poured it in. Thanks for any help
     
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    @Nathanael I suppose it would depend on the fish... Some overfeed so best not to feed too much at once... It if it good clean water it should last for days, just make sure it has enough O2 otherwise they will suffocate.

    Better idea is to take a 20 liter bucket, fill it with old tank water or dechlorinated water and add you remaining Daphnia. Leave outside so it gets some morning sun. Feed with (very little) spirulina powder and you will have a continuous supply!!!
     
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    Thanks so much for the info, they only lasted the day. If i get some again i will try what you reccomended. Tx @Francois
     

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