Brine shrimp, belonging to the species Artemia salina, are considered to be one of the most important sources of food in the fish industry. These tiny crustaceans often used in live and frozen forms  in part, due to their incredibly high energy profile. With their multiple pairs of legs and hard exterior shells, there are several varieties of them, but they are typically categorized as one single species. Brine shrimp are highly nutritious, offering proteins, amino acids, and essential fatty acids like omega-3s.

A great treat for tropical fish

For tropical fish, brine shrimp are an ideal food. In fact, many baby tropical fish are drawn to these food source due to their movement. Brine shrimp are not found in ocean water like regular shrimp. Instead, they live in many inland salt waters as they have a tolerance for high salinity water. Baby brine shrimp is a great source of nutrition for freshwater fish. We recommend for baby brine shrimp for fry and other small mouthed fish, egglayers, and livebearers. Hikari® Bio-Pure is gut-loaded with bio-encapsulated multi-vitamins to offer better than live food nutrition.

Why Brine Shrimp is a popular choice

At ®Hikari, to capitalize on the nutritive quality of these shrimps, we’ve created a dedicated Bio-Pure® Omega Brine Shrimp product that offers one of the world’s cleanest and omega-fatty acid-rich brine shrimp offering on the market.

While brine shrimp is good for your pet fish, but it’s most effective as part of a well-rounded diet.

Pairing it with flakes, pellets, or other live foods to ensure your fish receive balanced nutrition. When fed appropriately, brine shrimp can enhance your fish’s health, appearance, and behavior, making it a fantastic option for most aquariums. Our naturally plump and nutritious brine fish are flash frozen at their full potential to deliver superior cleanliness and outstanding product quality.

Many aquarist enthusiast will set up their own brine shrimp hatchery but with our offering, you don’t even need to bother. We can take care of the science and yield superior results for your tank. Hikari® offers a variety of Brine Shrimp Options, including frozen and freeze-dried cubes, to ensure your aquatic pet gets the nutrition they need to prosper.