Tisbe Live Copepods – Reef Pulse by New Dawn Aquaculture | Live Reef Aquarium Food & Copepod Culture

Live Tisbe copepods provide a natural, nutrient-rich food source for marine fish and invertebrates while helping establish beneficial copepod populations in reef aquariums.

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KEY BENEFITS

• Provides live Tisbe copepods for marine aquariums
• Natural food source for fish and invertebrates
• Ideal for mandarin gobies, seahorses and other selective feeders
• Helps establish and maintain copepod populations
• Supports natural feeding behaviours
• Encourages biodiversity in reef aquariums
• Small copepod size suitable for delicate marine animals
• Lives near aquarium substrates and surfaces
• Feeds on microalgae and organic waste
• Reproduces under suitable aquarium conditions
• Suitable for reef tanks and refugiums
• Single-strain live copepod culture

WHO IT’S IDEAL FOR

Tisbe Live Copepods – Reef Pulse may be ideal for:

• Saltwater aquarium enthusiasts
• Reef aquarium owners
• Aquarists keeping mandarin gobies
• Seahorse aquariums
• Marine fish with specialized feeding requirements
• Fish larvae requiring appropriately sized live food
• Aquariums containing small invertebrates and filter feeders
• Reef keepers establishing copepod populations
• Refugium systems designed to support live food production
• Aquarists seeking to improve biodiversity and natural feeding opportunities

WHAT IT IS / WHAT IT DOES

Tisbe Live Copepods – Reef Pulse by New Dawn Aquaculture is a live marine copepod culture designed to introduce beneficial Tisbe copepods into saltwater aquariums.

These small crustaceans naturally inhabit aquarium surfaces, rockwork and substrate areas, where they feed on microalgae and organic material.

Unlike prepared fish foods, live copepods can move throughout the aquarium and encourage natural hunting and feeding behaviours.

When aquarium conditions are suitable, Tisbe copepods can reproduce and help establish a renewable population of live food organisms.

The culture is particularly useful for reef aquariums containing fish that naturally graze on small crustaceans throughout the day.

FEATURES

• Live Tisbe copepod culture
• Planktura Reef Pulse series
• Single-strain culture
• Approximately 50–250 micrometres in size
• Suitable for marine aquariums
• Natural live food source
• Supports selective feeders
• Encourages natural feeding behaviour
• Helps establish copepod populations
• Substrate-associated species
• Feeds on microalgae and organic material
• Reproduces under favourable conditions
• Suitable for aquarium and refugium introduction
• Supports reef biodiversity

SPECIES PROFILE

Characteristic	Details
Organism	Live Copepods
Species/Type	Tisbe
Product Series	Planktura Reef Pulse
Culture Type	Single-Strain Live Culture
Approximate Size	50–250 Micrometres
Habitat	Substrate, Rockwork & Aquarium Surfaces
Primary Function	Live Food & Copepod Population Seeding
Feeding Behaviour	Consumes Microalgae & Organic Material
Aquarium Type	Marine & Reef Aquariums
Reproduction	Capable of Reproducing Under Suitable Conditions

NATURAL LIVE FOOD FOR MARINE AQUARIUMS

Tisbe copepods provide small, naturally moving prey for marine animals.

Their size and behaviour make them particularly useful for fish and invertebrates that consume small live organisms.

Suitable aquarium inhabitants may include:

• Mandarin gobies
• Seahorses
• Marine fish larvae
• Small reef fish
• Selective feeders
• Certain filter-feeding invertebrates

Actual suitability depends on the animal’s species, developmental stage and feeding requirements.

Live copepods can complement an appropriate feeding program but should not automatically be considered a complete diet for every marine species.

SUPPORTS COPEPOD POPULATION ESTABLISHMENT

Reef Pulse Tisbe Copepods can be introduced into an established marine aquarium to help seed a resident copepod population.

Tisbe copepods naturally occupy areas such as:

• Live rock
• Aquarium substrate
• Rock crevices
• Refugiums
• Other protected aquarium surfaces

Under suitable conditions, established populations may reproduce and provide an ongoing source of live prey.

Population growth depends on factors such as predation pressure, available food, water quality and suitable habitat.

REEF BIODIVERSITY & ECOSYSTEM SUPPORT

Copepods are part of the natural marine food web.

Introducing live Tisbe copepods can help increase the diversity of small organisms within a reef aquarium.

They also consume microalgae and organic material, contributing to the aquarium’s biological processes.

However, copepods should not be considered a replacement for filtration, water changes or routine aquarium maintenance.

IDEAL FOR MANDARIN GOBIES & SELECTIVE FEEDERS

Mandarin gobies and certain other marine fish naturally feed on small crustaceans.

Live Tisbe copepods can help provide additional feeding opportunities by moving through aquarium surfaces and substrate areas.

Their relatively small size makes them particularly useful for aquariums containing fish that prefer small live prey.

For species with high live-food requirements, a sustainable copepod population or additional feeding strategy may be necessary.

HOW TO USE

1. Acclimate the Culture

Allow the bottle to acclimate to the aquarium’s temperature and salinity.

Avoid sudden changes in environmental conditions.

2. Introduce the Copepods

Gently release the live copepods into the aquarium or refugium.

Avoid unnecessary agitation of the culture.

3. Add During Low-Activity Periods

For best results, introduce copepods at night when fish are less active.

This may help more copepods reach protected areas before being consumed.

4. Support Population Growth

Provide an appropriate food source, such as live phytoplankton, to help sustain the copepod population.

5. Maintain Suitable Aquarium Conditions

Stable marine aquarium conditions and protected habitat can help support copepod survival and reproduction.

FEEDING & CULTURE SUPPORT

Tisbe copepods naturally consume microalgae and organic material.

To support culture growth, the supplied instructions recommend providing additional food such as live phytoplankton.

Adequate food availability may help maintain copepod populations, particularly when establishing a new culture.

Avoid excessive feeding that could negatively affect aquarium water quality.

STORAGE & SHELF LIFE

Because Reef Pulse contains live organisms, appropriate storage is essential.

Storage instructions:

• Store in a stable environment.
• Avoid extreme temperatures.
• Oxygenate or open the bottle daily to refresh the air.
• Maintain suitable conditions for the live culture.
• Avoid unnecessary temperature fluctuations.

Shelf Life: Up to 2 months with proper daily oxygenation, according to the supplied product information.

Actual survival and culture viability may vary depending on storage conditions.

FAQ

What are Tisbe copepods?

Tisbe copepods are small marine crustaceans that naturally inhabit substrates and aquarium surfaces.

They are commonly used as live food organisms in saltwater and reef aquariums.

What is Reef Pulse?

Reef Pulse is the live copepod culture product described in the supplied information as part of the Planktura range.

This variety contains live Tisbe copepods intended for aquarium feeding and population seeding.

What size are Tisbe copepods?

The supplied species profile identifies an approximate size range of 50–250 micrometres.

Are Tisbe copepods good for mandarin gobies?

Yes. Tisbe copepods can provide a natural live food source for mandarin gobies.

However, mandarin gobies may consume large quantities of copepods, so an established and replenished food supply may be necessary.

Can I use Tisbe copepods for seahorses?

Yes. They may provide supplementary live food for suitable seahorses, depending on the animal’s size and feeding requirements.

Can I add Tisbe copepods directly to my reef tank?

Yes. The supplied instructions recommend acclimating the culture to aquarium temperature and salinity before gently releasing the copepods into the tank or refugium.

Should I add copepods during the day or at night?

The manufacturer recommends adding them at night, when fish are generally less active.

Can Tisbe copepods reproduce in my aquarium?

Yes. Tisbe copepods can reproduce under suitable conditions.

Their ability to establish a sustainable population depends on available food, habitat, water quality and predation.

Do Tisbe copepods help clean the aquarium?

They consume microalgae and some organic material, contributing to biological activity within the aquarium.

They are not a substitute for proper aquarium filtration or maintenance.

Do I need to feed the copepods?

The supplied instructions recommend providing additional food, such as live phytoplankton, to support culture growth.

Can I add them to a refugium?

Yes. A refugium can provide protected habitat where copepods may establish and reproduce with reduced predation.

How long can I store the culture?

The supplied information states a shelf life of up to 2 months with proper daily oxygenation.

Actual viability depends on storage conditions.

Do I need to open the bottle daily?

Yes. The supplied storage instructions recommend opening or oxygenating the bottle daily to refresh the air.

Are Tisbe copepods suitable for freshwater aquariums?

No. This product is intended for marine and reef aquarium environments.

Are these copepods intended for human consumption?

No. This product is strictly for aquarium use and is not intended for human consumption.

CAUTIONS / WARNINGS

NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.

• Intended for marine aquarium use only.
• Contains live organisms that require appropriate handling and storage.
• Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Acclimate the culture to aquarium temperature and salinity before introduction.
• Follow the supplied storage instructions to help maintain culture viability.
• Do not introduce into freshwater aquariums.
• Avoid releasing aquarium organisms or aquarium water into natural waterways.

Always follow the current product packaging for complete handling, storage and use instructions.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product.

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Tisbe Live Copepods – Reef Pulse by New Dawn Aquaculture is a live marine copepod culture for reef aquariums, mandarin gobies, seahorses and other selective feeders. Featuring small Tisbe copepods approximately 50–250 micrometres in size, this single-strain culture provides natural live food, helps seed copepod populations and supports biodiversity in saltwater aquariums and refugiums. For aquarium use only. Not for human consumption.