Another so-called "superfood," Spirulina is brimming with nutrients and benefits, making it an essential ingredient in our fish foods. Here's why Spirulina works wonders:

• Protein-Packed Perfection: Our Spirulina is 66% protein by weight, containing all 9 essential amino acids for complete, high-quality nutrition.
• Vitamin Boost: A rich source of B-complex vitamins (especially B12), vitamin A (as beta-carotene), and vitamin K to promote overall health.
• Mineral Marvel: Loaded with Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, and Potassium to support optimal cellular function and vitality.
• Essential Fats Galore: High in Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, crucial for cellular health and fish growth.
• Antioxidant Champion: Packed with antioxidants like phycocyanin to boost immunity and fight free radicals.
• Natural Colour Enhancer: Spirulina’s pigments, including carotenoids, astaxanthin, phycocyanin, and chlorophyll, naturally enhance fish coloration.

Though Spirulina farming in Australia is limited, we carefully source our supply to ensure minimal environmental impact and uphold our commitment to sustainability.

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As our Spirulina arrives already in a fine powdered format, we don't need to do anything more than a quick quality assessment before use.

Minimal Resource use:

Spirulina farming uses significantly less water than traditional land-based crops as it is grown in shallow ponds and the water can often be filtered and reused or recycled. Spirulina farming also uses up less land than animal farming or other plant-based protein crops (like Soy), which limit deforestation and habitat loss.

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Rapid growth:

Spirulina is capable of doubling its biomass every 2-5 days under optimal growth conditions. Such rapid growth means that it produces more food per hectare than almost any other crop.

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Low Carbon Footprint:

Spirulina absorbs Carbon Dioxide while photosynthesising, potentially offsetting its own Carbon footprint during growth.

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No pesticides needed:

Spirulina is grown in controlled, heavily alkaline conditions where pests cannot survive, eliminating the need for harmful pesticides.

Spirulina was a food source for the Aztecs and other Mesoamericans until the 16th century; the harvest from Mexico and subsequent sale as cakes were described by one of Cortez's soldiers.The Aztecs called it tecuitlatl.

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In the Central African country of Chad, Spirulina has been traditionally harvested from Lake Chad and used to make dihe, a dried Spirulina cake, for centuries.

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Spirulina and other cyanobacteria are believed to have been some of Earth's first Oxygen producing organisms, and have been supporting and shaping the planet's atmosphere for billions of years.

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Yes, Spirulina is suitable for herbivorous, omnivorous, and even carnivorous fish. However, for strictly carnivorous species, Spirulina should be offered as a supplement to their primary diet of insect- or fish-based proteins to ensure balanced nutrition.

No, Spirulina-based fish food is highly digestible, meaning less waste is produced compared to lower-quality feeds. This helps maintain clean water and a healthier tank environment.