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Freshwater amphipods shipped live across Canada. Perfect for bettas, cichlids, and puffers. Boost feeding response, growth, and breeding.
We ship live orders every Monday and Wednesday to avoid delays. Orders are only shipped when temperatures are between 2°C and 25°C to ensure safe arrival. If conditions aren’t suitable, we’ll contact you by email to arrange the best shipping time. View our full shipping policy for more details.
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Why Scuds Are the Best Live Fish Food
Live scuds are one of the best live fish foods in Canada for bettas, cichlids, puffers, fry, and breeding fish. These freshwater amphipods trigger natural hunting behaviour, support growth and colour, and can reproduce into a long-lasting food culture.
Live scuds are one of the best live fish foods in Canada for bettas, cichlids, puffers, fry, and breeding fish. These freshwater amphipods trigger natural hunting behaviour, support growth and colour, and can reproduce into a long-lasting food culture.
Triggers Natural Hunting Response
Live scuds trigger natural feeding behavior for healthier, more active fish.
Boosts growth + color
Nutrient-rich live food supports faster growth, stronger conditioning, and better color.
Perfect for Bettas, Cichlids, and Puffers
Ideal for carnivorous and aggressive fish that thrive on live prey, especially during conditioning and breeding.
Reproduces Quickly for Ongoing Live Food
A healthy scud culture can reproduce fast, giving you a steady source of fresh live food.
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Live Fish Food Guides & Scud Resources (Canada)
Learn everything about live fish food, scuds (Gammarus), and natural feeding methods for healthier aquarium fish.
Explore our guides on scud culture, feeding strategies, and why freshwater amphipods are the best live fish food for bettas, cichlids, and more.
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Why Scuds Are the Best Live Fish Food (Full Guide)
Looking for the best live fish food? Discover why scuds (Gammarus) outperform brine shrimp, bloodworms, and pellets for growth and breeding.
Why Scuds Are the Best Live Fish Food (Full Guide)
Why Scuds Are the Best Live Fish Food (Full Guide)
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