Freshwater Ostracods, commonly known as seed shrimp, are tiny crustaceans (typically 0.5 mm to 2 mm in size) enclosed in a two-part, bivalve-like shell made of chitin or calcium carbonate.
Role in Aquariums
Natural Cleanup Crew: They scavenge on detritus, uneaten fish food, algae, and biofilm along the substrate.
Live Fish Food: Their small size makes them an ideal first food source for newly hatched fish fry.
