Aquatic food & feeding

Nettle Shrimp Food

Name: Nettle Shrimp Food
SKU: BBA-NETTLE-SHRIMP-FOOD-20G
Price: 4.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Nettle-based supplementary grazing food for freshwater shrimp, aquarium snails, crayfish and other freshwater invertebrates.

From£4.00

YOUR QUICK DECISION

BEST FOR: Freshwater shrimp, aquarium snails & crayfish
FEED: Small pinch for 10–20 shrimp
HOW OFTEN: 2–3 times per week
KEY CAUTION: Supplementary only; do not overfeed

PRODUCT PROFILE

FEEDING ROLE: Nettle-based supplementary grazing food
FORMAT: Slow-grazing pieces
IN-TANK BEHAVIOUR: Slow feeding and steady grazing

REASSURANCE

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FEEDING GUIDE

AMOUNT: Small pinch for 10–20 shrimp
FREQUENCY: 2–3 times per week
REMOVE / CLEAN UP: Remove uneaten food after 24 hours
HOW TO OFFER: Feed directly or use a feeding dish. Observe how quickly the portion is grazed and adjust future portions as needed.

INGREDIENTS & COMPOSITION

By weight: nettle 30%, tapioca 15%, shrimp meal 15%, green spirulina 15%, sodium alginate 15%, calcium carbonate 10%.

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HOW IT FEEDS IN THE AQUARIUM

This recipe is made for slow feeding and steady grazing rather than disappearing immediately after it is offered.

FEEDING IN USE

Nettle Shrimp Food during feeding

SLOW-GRAZING PIECES

Designed to remain available for gradual picking rather than disappear immediately.

DIRECT FEEDING

Offer the food directly in an open feeding area where livestock can gather around it.

FEEDING DISH

Use a feeding dish when you want easier portion control and cleanup.

OBSERVE & ADJUST

Watch how much is actually grazed and adjust future portions instead of automatically adding more.

Before and after feeding

SAFETY & STORAGE

SAFETY

Feed sparingly as a supplementary food, not as the sole diet.
Do not overfeed; excess uneaten food can affect water quality.
Handmade pieces may vary slightly in size, shape and appearance.
For ornamental freshwater aquarium use only. Not for human consumption.
Keep the sealed product away from children and non-target pets.

STORAGE

Store cool and dry.
Keep the pack sealed between feeds.

Product-specific answers

FAQ

Is Nettle Shrimp Food plant-only?

No. The recipe is nettle-based but is not plant-only. It contains 15% shrimp meal alongside nettle, green spirulina and the other declared ingredients.

Can I feed this to snails or crayfish as well as shrimp?

Yes. This food is intended for freshwater shrimp, aquarium snails, crayfish and other freshwater invertebrates.

Can I use a feeding dish?

Yes. You can feed the pieces directly or use a feeding dish when you want easier control of the portion and simpler cleanup.

How do I know if I am feeding too much?

Start with the listed small portion and observe how much is grazed. If a significant amount remains uneaten, remove it after 24 hours and offer a smaller portion next time.

Can this be used as the only food?

No. Nettle Shrimp Food is a supplementary grazing food and should not be used as the sole diet.

Why do the pieces vary slightly?

The food is made in natural handmade pieces, so small differences in size, shape and appearance are normal.

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