Kit 50 Triops Newberryi eggs

Triops Newberryi: An Overview of This Species

The Triops Newberryi is a prehistoric crustacean whose species has survived for millions of years. Easy to raise, it grows at an impressive rate and offers a unique educational experience. Here's an overview of its main characteristics:

• Life expectancy: approximately 50 to 70 days, depending on breeding conditions.
• Rapid growth: it reaches sexual maturity in about ten days.
• Adult size: between 4 and 6 cm, sometimes up to 9 cm including its tail.
• Ideal temperature: it prefers warm water, with an optimal temperature between 27 and 31°C.
• Natural habitat: native to the west coast of North America, it is found mainly in the valleys of the United States (Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico) as well as in Mexico, with a notable isolated population in Kansas.
• Behavior: Active and robust, it swims using its many legs, but also spends time foraging in the substrate for food.
• Reproduction: It reproduces primarily by hermaphroditism, with each individual able to self-fertilize its eggs, although males exist in some populations for occasional sexual reproduction.
• Diet: An omnivorous triops species. It feeds on detritus, algae, small invertebrates, and even insect larvae, especially mosquitoes.

With its unique appearance and active behavior, the Triops Newberryi is perfect for learning about biology.

Contents of your 50 Triops Newberryi egg breeding kit

Discover a complete kit to easily start breeding Triops Newberryi, these fascinating prehistoric crustaceans!

Your starter kit includes :

• 50 eggs mixed with sand, ready to hatch in optimal conditions: Our recommendations for successfully breeding Triops newberryi.
• 2 g of spirulina powder, a refined and nutritious food, ideal for feeding young Triops from their first days of life up to approximately 2 weeks old.
• 2 g of specific pellets, designed to ensure their growth and well-being throughout their development (replaces spirulina).
• 1 breeding instruction manual with useful information, tips, and tricks for beginners and advanced breeders.

With this kit, you have everything you need to observe the rapid and surprising development of these unique creatures!

Set up an optimal habitat for your Triops newberryi

An optimal habitat is essential for the well-being of Triops newberryi. It allows them to live longer, grow healthily, reproduce efficiently, and reduce stress. Quality water, a stable temperature, a suitable substrate, a balanced diet, and sufficient space all contribute to their well-being. A well-appointed aquarium also provides a rewarding viewing experience.

1. Tips for Suitable Conditions for Newberryi

Provide your Triops with a suitable environment by respecting these essential parameters:

Aquarium Characteristics

• Volume: A tank of at least 20 liters is recommended.
• pH: Ideally between 6 and 7.5.
• Hardness (GH): The water should be soft to medium-hard (GH 2-10), replicating the natural conditions of their habitat (temporary ponds fed by the water of rain).
• Temperature: Keep the water between 27 and 30°C. Use an aquarium heater for this.
• Water Type: Rainwater is ideal, but you can also use river, pond, or lake water; or distilled or still spring water. In short, low-mineral water is ideal.

Recommended Equipment

• Lighting: Good lighting promotes their well-being.
• Heating: An immersion heater is necessary to maintain a good temperature.
• Thermal Control: A thermometer can be used to monitor temperature variations.
• Substrate: Use quartz sand or a similar substrate.
• Decoration: Add natural or artificial plants and decorative elements to enrich their environment.

By creating a setting close to their natural habitat, your Triops newberryi will thrive in optimal conditions!

2. Setting up and caring for your Triops newberryi

To ensure successful hatching and proper development of your Triops, follow these essential steps:

Egg placement

• Carefully pour the egg and sand mixture into the aquarium water. Make sure the eggs don't stick to the sides of the tank.
• Be patient! The first baby Triops usually hatch between 24 and 72 hours, but can sometimes take up to two weeks.

First Days of Feeding

• 24 hours after hatching, feed your young Triops for the first time. Use a toothpick tip to give them a very small amount of spirulina powder (provided in the kit).
• Feed them twice a day in small amounts appropriate to their size. A little more in the following days.

Feeding after 2 weeks

• From 10 to 15 days old, switch to a more consistent diet by giving them the provided pellets. The recommended starting dose is one pellet per Triops per day.

Water Maintenance

• To maintain a healthy environment, perform a 50% water change every week. Avoid hard and chlorinated water.