Tigriopus Californicus Reef Copepods

Tigriopus californicus Copepods – “Big Red Copepod” Our Tigriopus californicus copepods—known to many reef hobbyists as the “Big Red Copepod,” “Tig,” or “Tiger Copepod”—are a vibrant, nutrient-dense live food for reef aquariums. These bright red copepods are loaded with astaxanthin—a natural pigment and antioxidant that restores faded fish colors to their vivid, wild brilliance. Their larger size (250–1500 microns) and jerky, stop-and-go swim pattern make the Big Red Copepod irresistible to even the pickiest marine fish. Package Details Size: 8 oz Order: Harpacticoida Habitat: Benthic (bottom-dwelling) Life Stages: Eggs, nauplii, copepodites, and egg-bearing females Cultured: 100% aquacultured in sterile conditions Why Choose the Big Red Copepod for Your Reef Tank? Rich in highly unsaturated fatty acids (HUFA) and beneficial n-3 fatty acids High astaxanthin content supports vibrant coloration in marine fish Short gestation period—females can produce up to 300 offspring Stimula