Vinegar Eel Starter Culture

Introducing our Vinegar Eels Starter Culture, the perfect foundation for cultivating a nutritious and live food source for your aquatic companions. Vinegar eels (Turbatrix aceti) are a tiny nematode species that offer a protein-rich and highly nutritious treat for fry, small fish, and other aquatic creatures. This starter culture allows you to kickstart the process of breeding and raising these nutrient-packed eels right at home. Vinegar eels are easy to care for and maintain and provide a continuous supply of live food to support the health and growth of your aquatic friends.

•  Nematode species - Turbatrix aceti
•  Nutrient-rich live food source
•  Ideal for fry, small fish, and other aquatic creatures
•  Easy-to-maintain starter culture

Care Guide for Vinegar Eels Starter Culture:

1. Setting Up the Culture:

- Use a clean container with a lid
- Mix apple cider vinegar with water (1:1 ratio)
- Add a small piece of fruit as a food source
- Place a coffee filter or cloth secured by a rubber band over the container

2. Culturing Conditions:

- Keep the culture at room temperature (68-75°F)
- Allow the mixture to ferment for a week or two
- Look for a cloudy appearance and vinegar smell

3. Harvesting:

- Observe eels at the surface of the culture
- Harvest by siphoning with a turkey baster or pipette
- Rinse harvested eels with freshwater before feeding

4. Feeding Your Aquarium:

- Feed vinegar eels as a supplementary live food
- Excellent for fry and small fish
- Rinse eels to remove vinegar before feeding

5. Maintenance:

- Maintain the culture by adding more vinegar and water
- Harvest regularly to prevent overpopulation
- Store culture in a dark, cool place between harvests

With our Vinegar Eels Starter Culture, you're equipped to provide your aquatic creatures with a wholesome and natural food source that promotes their well-being and growth.