Daphnia Culture – Live Food

The Ultimate Live Food for Betta Fish & Small Aquarium Fish

Daphnia, commonly known as water fleas, are one of the most nutritious and natural live foods you can feed your aquarium fish. Our live Daphnia cultures are healthy, active, and ready to feed or use to start your own self-sustaining colony at home.

Why Aquarists Love Daphnia

• Highly nutritious — packed with protein, vitamins, and natural digestive enzymes
• Acts as a natural laxative — helps treat constipation and bloat in betta fish
• Triggers natural hunting instincts — great for enrichment and conditioning
• Easy to culture at home for a continuous live food supply
• Excellent food for betta fish, small tetras, guppies, and shrimp

Feeding Guide

• Feed directly to your fish as a live treat 2–3 times per week
• Can also be used to start your own Daphnia culture
  

Culture Tips

• Container: 5–20 gallon tub or tank
• Light: Indirect natural light or gentle artificial light
• Food: Green water, yeast, or spirulina powder
• Temperature: 18–24°C (64–75°F)

Give your betta the thrill of the hunt — watching them dart after live Daphnia is one of the most rewarding sights in the hobby, and your fish will be healthier for it.