Live Red Mosquito Larvae 25 × 90 ml

Live red mosquito larvae, commonly known as bloodworms, are a popular natural food for aquarium fish. The larvae belong to the non-biting midge family, Chironomidae. Their red coloration is produced by haemoglobin, which allows the larvae to survive in relatively low-oxygen aquatic environments.

The movement of live larvae stimulates natural searching and hunting behaviour. This provides enrichment during feeding and may encourage shy, stressed, or highly selective fish that do not readily accept dry foods.

Red mosquito larvae contain high levels of protein and energy. They are suitable as supplementary food for growing fish, conditioning breeding fish, and supporting appetite after transportation or other stressful situations.

The larvae are suitable for many freshwater fish feeding in midwater or near the substrate. They can be offered to cichlids, discus, bettas, gouramis, tetras, barbs, Corydoras, loaches, killifish, and livebearers. Suitability always depends on the size, mouth structure, and natural diet of the fish.

Live red mosquito larvae are a supplementary food rather than a complete daily diet. For balanced nutrition, combine them with suitable dry foods, frozen foods, and other high-quality live feeds.

Before feeding, separate the larvae from the transport water with a fine net or sieve. Rinse them gently with clean dechlorinated water or aquarium water. Avoid adding the transport water directly to the aquarium.

Feed only the quantity that the fish consume within a few minutes. Remove uneaten larvae and organic residue to prevent deterioration of water quality. Overfeeding can increase the organic load particularly quickly in small or heavily stocked aquariums.

The sales unit contains 25 individual 90 ml portions. This format is particularly suitable for aquarium shops, breeders, and keepers maintaining several aquariums.

Key features

• Natural live food for aquarium fish
• Contains red mosquito larvae, commonly known as bloodworms
• Belongs to the Chironomidae family
• Rich in protein and energy
• Stimulates natural hunting behaviour
• Adds enrichment and variety to feeding
• Often encourages selective fish to feed
• Suitable as supplementary food for growing fish
• Useful for conditioning breeding fish
• Suitable for many tropical freshwater fish
• Convenient individual 90 ml portions
• Intended as part of a varied diet
• Sales unit contains 25 portions
• Total content: 25 × 90 ml

Suitable for

• Discus
• Cichlids
• Bettas
• Gouramis
• Tetras
• Barbs
• Corydoras
• Loaches
• Killifish
• Livebearers
• Suitably sized juvenile fish
• Conditioning breeding fish
• Selective feeders

Whole larvae may not be suitable for the smallest fry. Always select live food according to the size and mouth size of the fish.

Feeding

1. Check that the larvae are alive and in good condition.
2. Remove only the quantity needed for one feeding.
3. Separate the larvae from the transport water with a fine net or sieve.
4. Rinse gently with clean dechlorinated water or aquarium water.
5. Add a small quantity to the aquarium.
6. Feed only as much as the fish consume within a few minutes.
7. Remove uneaten larvae and organic residue.
8. Use as supplementary food within a varied diet.

Red mosquito larvae are nutrient-rich and should be fed in moderation. Adjust the feeding quantity and frequency according to the species, size, activity, and complete diet of the fish.

Storage and delivery

Store live red mosquito larvae in a cool location according to the package and supplier instructions. Protect the portions from direct sunlight, excessive heat, and freezing. Check the condition of the larvae before every feeding.

This is a live and perishable product. Availability, dispatch days, and delivery methods may differ from those used for ordinary dry products.