Aquatic Live Foods

Aquatic Live Foods Buying Guide

Explore our full range of aquatic live foods, ideal for feeding freshwater fish, marine species, amphibians, and even some reptiles. Whether you're maintaining a vibrant aquarium or stocking ponds, our carefully selected live and frozen foods, including river shrimp and copepods, are perfect for boosting colour, health, and activity. Find the right live food for your tank today and keep your pets thriving.

Bloodworms

Bloodworms (mosquito larvae) are a nutritious, high-protein live food ideal for freshwater fish and amphibians. Ethically bred in clean, controlled environments, they’re perfect for boosting appetite and colour. Available in both small and large sizes.

Daphnia

Great for fine-feeding species, daphnia are excellent for aquarium fish and amphibians, improving digestion and providing key nutrients. Delivered in freshwater-filled plastic packs, they can be poured straight into the tank, however we recommend straining with a fine net for best results.

Shrimp (Brine, Mysis, River)

We offer a range of shrimp options including brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and river shrimp, suitable for both marine and freshwater fish, amphibians, and even some reptiles. All are packed in saline water, and can be poured in directly or filtered before feeding to reduce waste.

Tubifex

These high-protein tubifex worms are excellent for both bottom-feeders and amphibians, mimicking natural foraging behaviour. Our tubifex worms are raised in clean conditions, well-fed, and delivered in freshwater packs, ready for immediate use.

Copepods

Copepods are a microscopic live food ideal for small marine fish, fry, and filter-feeding invertebrates. They're packed with essential fatty acids and great for enhancing colour and development in both saltwater and reef tanks. Supplied in live packs for easy addition to your aquarium, it’s a must-have for any marine setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does aquatic live food stay alive?

Most aquatic live foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, and tubifex typically stay alive for 5-7 days after arrival, depending on the product, storage conditions, and time in transit. For best results, feed promptly after delivery and only order what your aquarium fish or pond animals will use in that window.

Why is aquatic livefood a great food source for amphibians and aquatic animals?

Aquatic live foods offer a natural, protein-rich diet that stimulates hunting instincts and improves overall health and colour in amphibians, freshwater fish, and aquarium species. Options like brine shrimp and daphnia also aid digestion and mimic the natural feeding behaviours of many aquatic animals.

What are the ideal conditions to store aquatic live food?

Keep live foods in their original plastic packs, ideally in a cool, dark place such as a fridge, avoiding freezing unless using frozen foods. Always strain and rinse before use to avoid polluting your aquarium or pond. Check availability and plan your order around usage to minimise waste and ensure freshness.

What other live food does Reptile Centre stock?

Besides aquatic live food, Northampton Reptile Centre sells a range of live food in various sizes and bulk bags. This includes cockroaches, black crickets, locusts, silent brown crickets, flies, mealworms, waxworms and grubs.