{"product_id":"super-cichlids-freeze-dried-blackworm-cubes-75g","title":"Super Cichlids Freeze-dried Blackworm Fish Food, 75g, with astaxanthin","description":"\u003cp\u003ePress a cube of this freeze-dried blackworm fish food against the aquarium glass and the fish work at it until the worms are gone. Super Cichlids packs whole freeze-dried blackworms into cube form and adds astaxanthin, a carotenoid, which the label declares alongside the worms. The bag holds 75g and is one of three resealable sizes, with 15g and 25g bags also offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem form\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTarget audience\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFish food, Freeze Dried, saltwater, Blackworms; Black worms, Marine; discus; cichlid food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecial ingredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackworms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackworms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 Grams (Pack of 1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 g (0.9 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnit count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.65 ounce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecific uses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppetite Stimulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreeze-Dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhole worms, pressed into cubes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cubes are made from whole blackworms raised in spring water and dried intact, so the worms are neither chopped nor pressed into a paste. Each cube also carries astaxanthin, the carotenoid named on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuper Cichlids calls the cubes a high-protein aquarium fish treat and a breeding conditioning food, and the worms behind them are raised on specialized diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat the 75g bag contains\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 75g resealable bag of freeze-dried blackworm cubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA food-grade oxygen absorber, which is included to extend shelf life and is not for consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSticking a cube on the glass or sinking it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePress one cube against the inside of the aquarium glass; fish pick at it until the worms are finished. The manufacturer also lists rehydrating the cube so that it sinks, which puts the food within reach of mid-water and bottom feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvening feedings are the recommended time. Store the bag in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich fish does this food suit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich fish can eat the cubes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer names mid-water and bottom feeders such as discus, angelfish, bettas and corydoras. Among community tropical fish, guppies, tetras, rasboras, barbs, gouramis, killifish and bettas are listed for it. Reef fish, axolotl, goldfish, koi, angelfish, oscar and discus all appear on the cichlid and marine list.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the cubes be used in a nano tank or a fry grow-out?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuper Cichlids lists the cubes for fry grow-out feeding, quarantine tanks, shrimp tanks and nano tanks. The same cubes also serve as a treat in a breeding conditioning routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat size bag should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is the 75g bag. The same cubes also come in 15g and 25g resealable bags, so a smaller bag is an option for a nano tank or a single small group of fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChecks before you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill the cubes reach my bottom feeders?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBottom feeders such as corydoras need the cube rehydrated so it sinks; pressed on the glass it stays at the surface where mid-water fish feed on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the oxygen absorber safe to leave in the bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe absorber is food-grade but is not for consumption, so it stays in the bag with the cubes and out of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to keep the bag in the fridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo refrigeration is listed. Keep it in a cool, dry area out of direct sunlight, per the manufacturer's storage direction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Super Cichlids","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44479267962943,"sku":null,"price":53.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/2409\/1199\/files\/super-cichlids-fish-food-75g.jpg?v=1794754871","url":"https:\/\/dogjointly.com\/products\/super-cichlids-freeze-dried-blackworm-cubes-75g","provider":"DogJointly","version":"1.0","type":"link"}