Description
Live Bloodworms – Protein-Rich Live Food for Tropical and Coldwater Fish
(Chironomidae larvae)
Live Bloodworms are the bright red aquatic larvae of midge flies (Chironomidae) and are one of the most popular and nutritious live foods available for aquarium fish. Rich in protein and iron, their wriggling motion instantly triggers feeding instincts in fish, making them ideal for finicky eaters, conditioning breeders, or simply adding variety to your fishes’ diet.
Key Benefits:
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High Protein & Iron Content: Promotes growth, color enhancement, and breeding readiness
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Irresistible Movement: Stimulates feeding response in all types of fish
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Suitable for Many Species: Loved by tropical, coldwater, and even marine fish
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Ideal for Carnivorous and Omnivorous Fish: A natural prey item for many species
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Excellent for Bottom Dwellers: Slowly sink and settle, perfect for loaches, catfish, and cichlids
Feeding Instructions:
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Rinse gently before feeding to remove any debris
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Feed once or twice daily as a treat or supplement
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Remove uneaten worms after a few hours to maintain water quality
Best For:
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Bettas, gouramis, tetras, cichlids, loaches, discus, angelfish, and goldfish
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Amphibians such as axolotls and aquatic frogs
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Young and adult fish during conditioning or breeding cycles
Storage:
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Keep refrigerated in shallow dechlorinated water
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Rinse and change water daily to keep worms fresh and active
Why Choose Live Bloodworms?
Trusted by breeders and aquarists alike, Live Bloodworms are a powerful tool for fish health and vitality. Whether you're raising show fish, encouraging spawning, or simply treating your tank inhabitants, they’re a premium, natural choice for optimal nutrition.
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Dry Goods Delivery
DX Next Day – Heavy Items & Small Aquariums : 1 Working Day – Noon cut off
Express Pallet: 1-3 working days
Livestock Delivery
DX Livestock Thursday Delivery: £24 Delivery Fee; Wednesday afternoon dispatch with Thursday pre 1pm delivery; Minimum spend: £50 (cut off noon Wednesday)
DX Livestock Friday Delivery: £24 Delivery Fee; Thursday afternoon dispatch with Friday pre 1pm delivery; Minimum spend: £50 (cut off noon Thursday)
DX Livestock Saturday Delivery: £29 Delivery Fee; Friday afternoon dispatch with Saturday pre 1pm delivery; Minimum spend: £50 (cut off noon Friday)
If you would like to add items to your order that haven't been dispatched yet, then please make a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link the orders together.
We are able to deliver to most parts of the UK (Excluding Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, etc) Please see list below for postcodes that we are unable to deliver fish to.
AB30-AB56, DD8-DD10, DG3-DG9 & DG12-DG14, FK17-FK21, KA18-KA19, KA26-KA30, PA20-PA38 & PA80, PH3-PH40, TR21-TR25
and ALL BT, HS, IM, IV, JE and KW postcodes, as well as Channel Islands & Shetlands, are excluded
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