Description
Live Tisbe Copepods
Lab‑cultured in NSW · Premium reef microfauna
Freshly cultured Tisbe copepods (Tisbe sp.) from our Castle Hill, NSW facility provide a reliable benthic microfauna source for reef aquariums, refugiums, and nano systems. Ideal for mandarins, dragonets, small wrasses, and biodiversity seeding.
- Behaviour: Benthic, nocturnal, reef‑safe.
- Use: Seeding rockwork, refugiums, and pod‑hungry systems.
- Culture: Lan‑cultured in NSW.
Cultured by Little Creatures Zooplankton & Aquaculture
Australian‑owned microfauna facility in Castle Hill, NSW, with over a decade of hands‑on aquaculture experience and ongoing collaboration with algae consultants and established producers.
Key Benefits
- Feeds finicky fish: Mandarins, dragonets, small wrasses, nano predators.
- Biodiversity boost: Helps establish a resilient, self‑sustaining reef ecosystem.
- Natural grazing: Consumes film algae, detritus, and biofilms.
- Single‑strain purity: No mixed strains unless clearly stated.
- Arrive‑alive guarantee: Replacement offered if arrival is disappointing.
Bottle Details
- Culture type: Live Tisbe copepods with nauplii.
- Use window: Dose soon after arrival; refrigerate short‑term.
- Best time to dose: After lights out, low‑flow areas.
For full dosing instructions, see our guide: Copepod Dosing – Seeding & Maintenance .
Best Phytoplankton to Pair With Tisbe
For long‑term stability and reproduction, feed Tisbe copepods with live phytoplankton.
- Nannochloropsis: Small cell size, nutrient uptake. Shop Nannochloropsis
- Hulk Juice (3‑strain): Broad‑spectrum microfauna support. Hulk Juice Guide
- Gold Rush: Ideal for pod‑heavy systems. Gold Rush Guide
- Reef’s Choice (6‑strain): Maximum biodiversity. Reef’s Choice Guide
Bundles available: Copepod & Phytoplankton Packs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do Tisbe copepods survive in transit?
They remain viable for several days. Refrigerate on arrival and dose soon after.
Can I culture Tisbe copepods at home?
Yes. With live phytoplankton feeding and gentle aeration, they can be cultured in dedicated vessels.
Are Tisbe copepods suitable for nano tanks?
Yes. Their small size and benthic behaviour make them ideal for nano and small reef systems.
Do I need phytoplankton for them to survive?
They can survive short‑term without phytoplankton, but regular phyto feeding is strongly recommended for reproduction and long‑term stability.
Add Tisbe Copepods to Your Reef
Choose live Tisbe copepods alone or build a pods + phytoplankton pack for long‑term microfauna support.