First Bite Calanus Frozen Freezer Bar – 85g
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100% Calanus – Nothing Added
First Bite Calanus Freezer Bar is a premium natural frozen food containing virtually 100% whole, intact Calanus organisms with no added fillers and no added water.
Harvested from cold northern waters while naturally feeding on phytoplankton, Calanus® forms an important part of the marine food web and provides an exceptionally appealing planktonic food for marine aquariums.
Why Choose First Bite Calanus?
Unlike frozen foods where water makes up part of the pack, these freezer bars are all about the food.
BCUK states that the bars contain virtually 100% whole intact Calanus organisms, frozen upon harvest to preserve freshness and quality.
They're an excellent choice for:
• Marine aquarium fish
• Plankton-feeding species
• Corals and suitable invertebrates
• Selective and finicky feeders
• Adding natural plankton to the diet
• Supporting a varied frozen-food programme
• Fishkeepers wanting a premium concentrated food
Naturally Rich Nutrition
BCUK provides the following analysis:
Protein: 10–12%
Lipids: 6–8%
Carotenoids: 150–200ppm
Astaxanthin: 120ppm
Ash: 2%
Moisture: approximately 80%
Calanus naturally contains Omega-3 fatty acids including EPA, DHA and SDA, together with carotenoids and astaxanthin.
This combination makes it particularly attractive for fishkeepers wanting to introduce a naturally nutrient-rich marine plankton into their feeding programme.
Natural Carotenoids & Astaxanthin
One of the standout characteristics of Calanus is its naturally high carotenoid content.
BCUK specifically highlights its astaxanthin and other carotenoids in relation to enhancing natural fish colouration, giving this food another useful reason to include it alongside everyday Mysis and Brineshrimp.
Different from Ordinary Frozen Plankton
The key selling point is concentration and quality.
Ingredients: Calanus
There are no added fillers and no added water. The organisms are frozen upon harvest and remain virtually whole and intact.
That makes First Bite Calanus an excellent premium alternative when you want more than a conventional water-packed frozen food.
Convenient 85g Freezer Bar
Break off the amount required and thaw before feeding.
BCUK states that thawed pieces can be stored refrigerated for up to 14 days, making the bar surprisingly convenient despite its concentrated frozen format.
Feed an appropriate amount for your livestock and avoid allowing excessive uneaten food to accumulate.
Why Buy First Bite Calanus?
• 100% Calanus
• No added fillers
• No added water
• Virtually whole intact organisms
• Frozen upon harvest
• Naturally rich in Omega-3 fatty acids
• High natural carotenoid content
• Contains natural astaxanthin
• Excellent feeding appeal
• Suitable for fish, corals and reef feeding
Pure Calanus®. Nothing watered down, nothing filled out – just naturally nutritious marine plankton frozen at harvest.
