{"product_id":"ocean-nutrition-frozen-bloodworm","title":"Ocean Nutrition Frozen Bloodworm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-ingredient frozen bloodworm, a natural high-protein treat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ocean Nutrition Frozen Bloodworm is whole red mosquito larvae, flash-frozen and supplied in a 100 g blister of ready-to-thaw portions. It's a long-standing favourite for tropical freshwater fish, offering a higher-protein change of pace from a daily flake or pellet diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — whole bloodworm, nothing else in the pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole-animal form\u003c\/strong\u003e — flash-frozen to keep the larvae intact, around 1.5 cm each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlister portions\u003c\/strong\u003e — each cavity is a ready-to-thaw feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh protein relative to a dry staple\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful as an occasional boost rather than an everyday base diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReadily accepted\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most reliably eaten frozen foods for finicky freshwater fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen, blister pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeeding rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 times daily, only what is eaten in 5 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBloodworms (red mosquito larvae, Chironomid larvae). No colours, preservatives or fillers are added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed analysis (as published by the manufacturer):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.9%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e91.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude fibre is not published by the manufacturer for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for a wide variety of tropical freshwater fish, from small community species up to larger omnivores and carnivores that can take a 1.5 cm larva.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a complete standalone diet — rotate it with a staple flake or pellet rather than feeding it exclusively; bloodworm alone is not a balanced long-term diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot marketed by the manufacturer as a marine food — this pack is formulated and sold for freshwater tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and feed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnap a portion free from the blister and thaw it in a little tank water, then add the thawed larvae to the tank. Never refreeze a thawed portion — feed it or discard it. Keep the remaining blister frozen between feeds, and if the pack arrives partly thawed on a warm day, transfer it to your own freezer straight away and use it promptly rather than refreezing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Ocean Nutrition frozen food should I feed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFood\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnimal size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloodworm (this product)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole, ~1.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical freshwater fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ocean-nutrition-frozen-artemia-brine-shrimp\"\u003eArtemia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole, ~1 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall community fish, nano fish, freshwater and marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ocean-nutrition-frozen-chopped-mussel\"\u003eChopped Mussel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChopped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine fish and invertebrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ocean-nutrition-chopped-cockle\"\u003eChopped Cockle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChopped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger predatory marine and freshwater fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBloodworm is the freshwater staple treat of this range; reach for the marine-suited packs for a saltwater tank instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a frozen product this pack ships and must be stored frozen. There is no manufacturer warranty on a consumable food item; the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law — that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description — applies as it would to any packaged food. Transfer the pack to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs bloodworm a complete diet on its own?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It's a high-value treat and protein boost, best rotated with a staple flake or pellet rather than fed as the only food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I feed this to marine fish?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer markets this product for tropical freshwater fish; it isn't formulated or sold as a marine food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill bloodworm cause allergic reactions in people who handle it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBloodworm (Chironomid larvae) is a recognised allergen for some people who handle it regularly — wash your hands after feeding and avoid it if you know you're sensitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much should I feed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer only what the fish will finish within about 5 minutes, 2 to 5 times a day, and remove uneaten food so it does not foul the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed portion?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Once a portion has thawed, feed it or discard it; refreezing lowers food safety and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ocean Nutrition","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242236592419,"sku":"AA3714","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/BLOODWORMS_4f57037d2ddb0.jpg?v=1782105538","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/ocean-nutrition-frozen-bloodworm","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}