New Life Spectrum Crustacean 60g – Small Sinking Shrimp Food

New Life Spectrum Crustacean 60g is a premium sinking pellet food specially formulated for aquarium shrimp, crayfish, crabs and other compatible freshwater and marine crustaceans. Enriched with calcium and made with Antarctic krill, squid, fish, algae and seaweed, this nutritious food helps support healthy growth, natural colouration and normal exoskeleton development.

The small 0.5–0.7mm sinking pellets are ideal for aquarium shrimp and other small crustaceans that naturally search for food along the substrate and aquarium decorations. With 36% minimum crude protein and 7% minimum crude fat, New Life Spectrum Crustacean provides concentrated nutrition in a convenient 60g container.

Whether you're keeping Cherry Shrimp in a planted aquarium, breeding Crystal Red Shrimp or feeding compatible crayfish, New Life Spectrum Crustacean offers a practical addition to a balanced feeding routine.

Why Choose New Life Spectrum Crustacean Food?

• Specially formulated for crustaceans: Designed for aquarium shrimp, crayfish, crabs and other suitable aquatic invertebrates.
• Calcium-fortified formula: Provides dietary calcium to support normal exoskeleton development and growth.
• Small 0.5–0.7mm pellets: A practical size for small shrimp and other crustaceans.
• Sinking feeding action: Most pellets settle to the aquarium floor where bottom-feeding crustaceans can find them.
• 36% minimum protein: Supplies essential nutrients for growth and body condition.
• Krill, squid and fish: Contains marine animal proteins as important nutritional ingredients.
• Algae and seaweed: Includes chlorella, kelp and spirulina for dietary variety.
• Natural colour support: Contains astaxanthin and other pigment-containing ingredients.
• Freshwater and marine use: Suitable for compatible crustaceans in both aquarium types.

Calcium-Fortified Nutrition for Aquarium Shrimp

Shrimp and other crustaceans grow by shedding their old exoskeleton in a process called moulting. They require appropriate nutrition and water chemistry to support the development and hardening of a new exoskeleton.

New Life Spectrum Crustacean is fortified with calcium as part of its specialised nutritional formulation. This provides additional dietary support for normal growth and exoskeleton development.

Important: Dietary calcium is only one part of successful shrimp care. Correct GH, KH, pH and mineral balance are also important, particularly for sensitive Caridina shrimp. This food does not replace suitable water preparation or remineralisation.

Small Sinking Pellets for Natural Feeding Behaviour

The Crustacean formula features pellets measuring approximately 0.5–0.7mm. Their small size makes them suitable for aquarium shrimp that pick up and manipulate food using their feeding appendages.

Most pellets sink after entering the water, allowing shrimp, crayfish and other suitable crustaceans to locate food near the aquarium substrate.

Small pellets can also be distributed across several feeding areas, helping reduce competition in larger shrimp colonies.

Suitable for Freshwater and Marine Crustaceans

New Life Spectrum Crustacean is designed for a range of aquatic crustaceans with compatible dietary needs.

• Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina): A useful prepared food alongside natural biofilm, algae and other suitable shrimp foods.
• Crystal Red and Crystal Black Shrimp: Can be included in an appropriate feeding routine for established Caridina colonies.
• Amano Shrimp: Provides a concentrated supplementary food alongside their natural grazing diet.
• Other Caridina Shrimp: Suitable where the ingredients and nutritional profile meet species requirements.
• Freshwater Crayfish: Can be used as part of a varied diet, with feeding quantities adjusted to the animal's size.
• Compatible Marine Shrimp and Crabs: Provides small sinking pellets for suitable marine crustaceans.

Some crustaceans have specialised feeding requirements. Always choose foods appropriate for the species being kept rather than relying on one product for every invertebrate.

Marine Proteins and Algae-Based Nutrition

New Life Spectrum Crustacean combines Antarctic krill, squid and fish with green algae, seaweed, kelp and spirulina.

These ingredients provide a combination of animal and plant-derived nutrients, making the formula suitable for many crustaceans with omnivorous feeding habits.

The formula also contains astaxanthin and marigold, ingredients used to support natural pigmentation in ornamental aquatic animals.

Good colouration and overall condition also depend on genetics, water quality, diet and the animal's health.

How to Feed New Life Spectrum Crustacean

Offer small amounts that can be consumed within a reasonable feeding period. Shrimp often graze slowly, so monitor how much food is actually eaten rather than assuming every visible pellet is needed.

• Start with a small quantity appropriate for the number and size of crustaceans.
• Allow the sinking pellets to settle in an accessible feeding area.
• Observe feeding activity and adjust portions over time.
• Remove excessive uneaten food before it begins to decompose.
• Reduce feeding where natural algae and biofilm already provide substantial grazing opportunities.
• Provide other species-appropriate foods when necessary for dietary variety.

Feeding tip: In small shrimp aquariums, overfeeding can quickly affect water quality. Begin with conservative portions, particularly in newly established tanks.

Can New Life Spectrum Crustacean Be Used for Shrimp Breeding Colonies?

Yes. New Life Spectrum Crustacean can be included in a balanced feeding routine for established shrimp breeding colonies.

Its small pellet size allows food to be distributed through accessible areas of the aquarium. However, newly hatched shrimplets often rely heavily on natural biofilm and microorganisms growing on mature aquarium surfaces.

A stable, established aquarium with suitable filtration, water parameters and grazing surfaces remains important for successful shrimp breeding.

Ingredients

Krill (Euphausia superba), squid (Dosidicus gigas), whole wheat flour, fish (Brevoortia tyrannus), green algae (Chlorella pyrenoidosa), seaweed (Ulva lactuca, Undaria pinnatifida, Eucheuma cottonii, Eucheuma spinosum and Chondrus crispus), kelp, garlic, ginger, astaxanthin, spirulina, fish oil, marigold, bentonite clay and sea salt.

Added vitamins and minerals: Vitamin A acetate, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin B12, niacin, folic acid, biotin, thiamine, riboflavin, pyridoxine, calcium pantothenate, vitamin C, choline chloride, iodine, cobalt, iron and manganese compounds.

Ingredients reflect the manufacturer's published formulation. Always refer to the supplied container for the most current ingredient declaration.

Guaranteed Nutritional Analysis

• Crude Protein: 36% minimum
• Crude Fat: 7% minimum
• Crude Fibre: 7% maximum
• Moisture: 10% maximum
• Vitamin A: 10,000 IU/kg minimum
• Vitamin D: 3,500 IU/kg minimum
• Vitamin E: 400 IU/kg minimum

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Keep the container tightly closed between feeds.
• Prevent moisture from entering the container.
• Use before the best-before date printed on the packaging.

Product Specifications

• Brand: New Life Spectrum
• Product: Invertebrate Crustacean Small Sinking Pellets
• Net weight: 60g
• Pellet size: Approximately 0.5–0.7mm
• Pellet type: Sinking
• Food type: Calcium-fortified crustacean pellet food
• Crude protein: 36% minimum
• Crude fat: 7% minimum
• Key ingredients: Antarctic krill, squid, fish, algae and seaweed
• Suitable for: Compatible freshwater and marine shrimp, crayfish and crabs
• Pack contents: One 60g container

Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Life Spectrum Crustacean suitable for Cherry Shrimp?

Yes. It can be included in a balanced diet for Cherry Shrimp and other suitable Neocaridina species, alongside natural algae, biofilm and other appropriate foods.

What size are New Life Spectrum Crustacean pellets?

The small sinking pellets measure approximately 0.5–0.7mm, making them suitable for many small aquarium crustaceans.

Does New Life Spectrum Crustacean contain calcium?

Yes. The formula is fortified with calcium to support normal exoskeleton development and growth. Suitable aquarium mineral levels are also essential for healthy moulting.

Can I feed New Life Spectrum Crustacean to Crystal Red Shrimp?

Yes. The food can be used as part of a varied diet for compatible Caridina shrimp, provided appropriate water conditions are maintained.

Do New Life Spectrum Crustacean pellets sink?

Yes. Most pellets sink, allowing shrimp and other bottom-feeding crustaceans to find them near the substrate.

What is the protein content of New Life Spectrum Crustacean 60g?

The manufacturer's current published formula contains 36% minimum crude protein and 7% minimum crude fat.

Can this food be used for freshwater crayfish?

Yes. It can be offered as part of a varied diet for compatible freshwater crayfish. Adjust feeding amounts and supplement with suitable foods according to the species.

How often should I feed aquarium shrimp?

Offer small portions according to colony size, grazing availability and water conditions. Avoid excessive feeding and remove uneaten food before it affects water quality.