{"product_id":"ultra-tropical-fish-flakes-100g","title":"Ultra Tropical Fish Flakes 100g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUltra Tropical Fish Flakes — Premium Protein Supplement for Isopods, Millipedes \u0026amp; Snails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA super premium, insect-based, high-protein flake food originally formulated for tropical fish — and one of the best protein supplements you can offer to isopods, millipedes, snails, and other invertebrates. The rich blend of insect meal, shrimp, herring meal, and salmon oil provides the kind of dense, easily digestible protein that detritivores need for healthy growth, strong moulting, and consistent breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e100g resealable bag — a small amount goes a long way for invertebrate feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Fish Flakes for Invertebrates?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced isopod and millipede keepers have used high-quality fish flakes as a protein source for years, and for good reason. Detritivorous invertebrates need protein for growth, moulting, and reproduction — but in the wild, they get this from a varied diet of decaying organic matter, dead insects, fungi, and biofilms. In captivity, you need to actively supplement protein, and fish flakes are one of the most efficient ways to do it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular blend stands out from generic fish food for several reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsect meal as the protein base.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most cheap fish flakes use generic fish meal as their protein source. This formula replaces it with insect meal, fish hydrolysate, herring meal, and brewer's yeast — all higher-quality protein sources that more closely match what invertebrates would consume in the wild. Insect meal in particular is biologically appropriate for detritivores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e46.2% crude protein.\u003c\/strong\u003e Significantly higher than standard fish flakes. For invertebrates, this means a small amount goes a long way — you only need to offer pinches at a time, and your isopods will respond enthusiastically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOmega-3, Omega-6, and Omega-9 fatty acids.\u003c\/strong\u003e Important for healthy moulting and shell development in isopods and shell maintenance in snails. The 0.84% Omega-3, 1% Omega-6, and 2.23% Omega-9 content provides a balanced fatty acid profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpirulina, garlic, paprika, and curcuma.\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural ingredients that contribute colour-enhancing properties and broad-spectrum nutrition. Some keepers report more vibrant colouration in colour-morph isopods after switching to high-quality protein supplements like this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide vitamin and amino acid range.\u003c\/strong\u003e The full nutritional spectrum (Vitamin A, D3, E, C, lysine, methionine, betaine, beta-glucan, etc.) means this isn't just a protein hit — it's a complete supplementary food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Invertebrates Benefit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsopods.\u003c\/strong\u003e All species in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/isopods-for-sale\"\u003eisopod collection\u003c\/a\u003e benefit from regular protein supplementation. Demanding species like \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cubaris-isopods\"\u003eCubaris\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ardentiella-isopods\"\u003eArdentiella\u003c\/a\u003e particularly need consistent protein for healthy moulting and breeding — losing animals to moulting failure from protein deficiency is a real and avoidable risk in expensive colonies. Hardier species like \u003ca href=\"\/products\/porcellio-scaber-mix-isopods\"\u003ePorcellio scaber\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/giant-orange-isopods\"\u003eGiant Orange (P. laevis)\u003c\/a\u003e show stronger breeding response with regular protein supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMillipedes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger species in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/millipedes-for-sale\"\u003emillipede collection\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003ca href=\"\/products\/african-giant-chocolate-millipede-ophistreptus-guineensis\"\u003eChocolate Millipedes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ghana-speckled-leg-millipede-telodeinopus-aoutii\"\u003eGhana Speckled Leg\u003c\/a\u003e, and other giants — appreciate occasional protein offerings. Most millipedes are primarily detritivores, but a small amount of fish flake once a week supports growth and reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnails.\u003c\/strong\u003e Both \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rodatzi-giant-african-land-snails\"\u003eRodatzi GALS\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pink-lipped-giant-african-land-snails-lissachatina-immaculata-panthera\"\u003ePink Lipped Panthera\u003c\/a\u003e benefit from protein supplementation 1–2 times weekly. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/unicorn-snails-octona-sublina\"\u003eUnicorn Snails\u003c\/a\u003e and other small species can also be offered tiny amounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpringtails.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/springtails-for-sale\"\u003eSpringtail cultures\u003c\/a\u003e respond strongly to protein-rich foods. Crushed flakes added to substrate boost springtail population growth significantly — useful when establishing new cultures or boosting existing ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCockroaches.\u003c\/strong\u003e Species in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cockroaches-for-sale\"\u003ecockroach collection\u003c\/a\u003e are omnivorous and readily consume fish flakes as part of a varied diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor isopods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crush a small pinch of flakes between your fingers and scatter on the substrate or place on a small dish. A pinch is enough for a colony of 20–30 isopods. Offer 2–3 times per week. Don't overfeed — uneaten protein in humid enclosures spoils quickly and attracts mites and fruit flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor millipedes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place a small amount on a flat surface near where they're active. Offer once per week as a supplement to their primary leaf litter and rotting wood diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor snails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crumble a small amount and place on the substrate or mix into a vegetable serving. Offer 1–2 times per week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor springtails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sprinkle a small pinch directly onto the substrate. Springtails will rapidly colonise and break down the flakes, which both feeds them and accelerates substrate microbiome development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral principle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less is more. A small pinch is enough — these flakes are dense and concentrated. Overfeeding causes mould and pest issues that can damage the entire enclosure. Better to offer small amounts more frequently than large amounts that go uneaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStore the bag sealed and in a cool, dry place. Fish flakes can absorb moisture and develop mould if left open in humid environments. The 100g size will typically last several months for a small invertebrate collection — protein is offered in tiny amounts compared to fish feeding, so the bag goes much further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInsect meal, fish hydrolysate, herring meal, brewer's yeast, wheat, wheat gluten, soya, shrimp hydrolysate, potato starch, salmon oil, garlic, shrimp, curcuma, crab eggs, carob, spirulina, carrot, paprika.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalytical constituents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude protein: 46.2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude oils and fat: 8.3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude fibre: 1.4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude ash: 5.4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture: 5.4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey vitamins and supplements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin A (25,700 IU\/kg), Vitamin D3 (1,500 IU\/kg), Vitamin E (100 mg\/kg), Vitamin C (450 mg\/kg), L-Lysine (500 mg\/kg), DL-Methionine (500 mg\/kg), Betaine (2,000 mg\/kg), Beta-glucan (500 mg\/kg), L-carnitine (50 mg\/kg).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFatty acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omega-3 (0.84%), Omega-6 (1%), Omega-9 (2.23%).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrace minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron (85 mg\/kg), Iodine (0.6 mg\/kg), Copper (4 mg\/kg), Manganese (17 mg\/kg), Zinc (23 mg\/kg).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a complete invertebrate diet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cuttlebone-100g\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuttlebone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — essential calcium for moulting and shell health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/malawi-light-limestone-for-isopods\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalawi Limestone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — passive calcium and habitat enrichment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flake-soil-1l\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlake Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — fermented hardwood substrate for fibre and detritivore nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kinshi-made-with-lions-mane-mushroom\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKinshi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — mushroom mycelium for tropical species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/large-magnolia-leaves-for-isopods\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnolia Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — primary leaf litter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bamboo-leaf-litter\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBamboo Leaf Litter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — structural leaf cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/asian-leaf-mix\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsian Leaf Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — premium native leaves for tropical species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more on building balanced invertebrate diets, see our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/isopods-useful-articles\/setting-up-selecting-your-first-isopods\"\u003esetting up guide\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eaccessories collection\u003c\/a\u003e for everything else needed to keep your invertebrates thriving.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PostPods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57337652740478,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/0707\/2294\/files\/ultra-tropical-fish-flakes-100g-1320724.jpg?v=1777659560","url":"https:\/\/postpods.co.uk\/products\/ultra-tropical-fish-flakes-100g","provider":"Isopods For Sale UK | PostPods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}