Bamboo leaves, 12 pieces

Bamboo leaves (12 pieces) – Mineral-rich natural food for shrimp & crayfish

Bring the Asian river landscape to your aquarium! Our dried bamboo leaves are a true superfood. While other types of leaves primarily provide humic substances, bamboo leaves score points with valuable minerals and a particularly firm structure, ensuring long-lasting nibbling fun.

The mineral source for strong armor

Bamboo is naturally rich in silica (silicon) . This substance is essential for invertebrates such as shrimp, crabs, and snails to build a stable and resistant shell after molting.

The advantages at a glance:

• Supports molting: The high mineral content helps invertebrates regenerate their exoskeleton.
• No water discoloration: Bamboo leaves release hardly any tannins, the water remains crystal clear.
• Ideal biofilm carrier: The smooth surface provides a perfect habitat for microorganisms that are grazed by young animals.
• Long lifespan: Because the leaves are very robust, they decompose slowly and remain a decorative element for a long time.
• Natural hiding place: The elongated shape offers young shrimp perfect protection from predators.

Application & Dosage

The application is straightforward and efficient:

1. Dosage: 1 leaf per approx. 30 liters of aquarium water.
2. Preparation: We recommend scalding the leaves with boiling water. This speeds up the sinking process and makes the fibers more accessible to the animals.
3. Duration: The leaves can remain in the tank until they have been completely skeletonized or eaten.

Product details

• Contents: 12 hand-picked, dried bamboo leaves.
• Purity: 100% natural, without fertilizers, pesticides or artificial additives.
• Suitability: Ideal for all dwarf shrimp (e.g. Bee shrimp, Neocaridina), fan shrimp and crayfish.

Tip for breeders: If you're looking for a "holiday food" that won't pollute the water, bamboo leaves are ideal. They serve as a continuous food source for days without endangering water quality through rapid decomposition.

Manufacturer: Terra-Natur