Live Zooplankton: Tigriopus californicus, Copepod Culture with Phytoplankton

Tigriopus californicus, or Tig pods, are a high-nutrient copepod supplement for reef tanks, particularly beneficial for picky eaters.

• The description claims that Tigriopus californicus is high in essential fatty acids (HUFA) necessary for growth, reproduction, and development.
• The description claims that Tigriopus californicus is a large source of nitrogen and phosphorus, aiding in calcium carbonate exoskeleton formation.
• The description claims that Tigriopus californicus has a faster reproductive rate, flexible diet, and tolerance to various conditions compared to other copepod species.