Artemia & Live Culturing

Ocean Nutrition Brine Shrimp Eggs

90%+ Hatch RateGreat Salt LakeLive Nauplii

Ocean Nutrition Brine Shrimp Eggs are premium grade Artemia cysts harvested from the Great Salt Lake (Utah, USA). Carefully washed, dried, and vacuum-sealed under strict quality controls to guarantee exceptional hatch rates exceeding 90% and high-energy live nauplii for fry and reef tanks.

Size: 20g

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Technical details

Origin	Great Salt Lake, Utah, USA
Guaranteed Hatch Rate	> 90%
Hatching Time	18 to 24 hours at 26–28 °C
Optimal Salinity	25 to 30 ppt (1.018–1.022 SG)
Optimal pH	8.0 to 8.5
Available Sizes	20g vial, 50g jar, 454g (1 lb) can

How do you achieve the best hatch rate with Ocean Nutrition cysts?

Incubate in cone-shaped container with 25 ppt salt water, strong aeration, constant light, and 26–28 °C temperature. Fresh nauplii will hatch cleanly within 18 to 24 hours.

The Science of Nutrition

Formulated by Aquaculture Scientists & Marine Biologists

Every Ocean Nutrition diet is crafted using fresh seafood ingredients, natural attractants, and bio-available vitamins for superior health and vibrant colour.

Fresh Marine Seafood

Whole fish, squid, salmon, krill, and plankton preserve natural marine fatty acids and amino acid profiles.

Soft Moist Pellets

Proprietary cold-extrusion processing protects heat-sensitive vitamins and delivers a palatable, moist texture.

Vivid Natural Colour

Rich in natural astaxanthin, spirulina, and carotenoids to enhance vibrant coloration without artificial dyes.

Clean Water Formula

Superior nutrient absorption and binder stability minimize waste output and will not cloud aquarium water.

Frequently asked questions

How should unhatched cysts be stored?

Keep unhatched cysts in an airtight container in the refrigerator (4 °C) or freezer (-18 °C) to maintain maximum viability for years.

What size container is best for a hobbyist?

The 20g and 50g jars are ideal for regular small-scale feeding, while the 454g vacuum-sealed tin suits breeders and commercial hatcheries.

Buy Ocean Nutrition from Jungle Aquatics

Jungle Aquatics is an independent South African reseller. Visit the Gauteng showroom at Broadacres Shopping Centre in Fourways, Johannesburg, or order online for fast, reliable door-to-door delivery nationwide.

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