--- product_id: 29284782 title: "AlgaeBarn 5280 Pods :: Live Copepods :: Three Pod Species Tisbe + Tigriopus + Apocyclops :: Clean Your Tank & Mandarin & Finicky Fish Food (5,280+ Pods)" brand: "algaebarn" price: "VT18898" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Algae Barn" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/29284782-algaebarn-5280-pods-live-copepods-three-pod-species-tisbe-tigriopus store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 5280+ pods for sustainable population 3 live copepod species blend natural tank cleaning crew AlgaeBarn 5280 Pods :: Live Copepods :: Three Pod Species Tisbe + Tigriopus + Apocyclops :: Clean Your Tank & Mandarin & Finicky Fish Food (5,280+ Pods) **Brand:** algaebarn **Price:** VT18898 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🦐 Elevate your aquarium game with nature’s own clean-up crew! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** AlgaeBarn 5280 Pods :: Live Copepods :: Three Pod Species Tisbe + Tigriopus + Apocyclops :: Clean Your Tank & Mandarin & Finicky Fish Food (5,280+ Pods) by algaebarn - **How much does it cost?** VT18898 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/29284782-algaebarn-5280-pods-live-copepods-three-pod-species-tisbe-tigriopus) ## Best For - algaebarn enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted algaebarn brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **100% Alive On Arrival:** Guaranteed live pods to kickstart your thriving marine ecosystem - • **Perfect for Picky Eaters:** Ideal nutrition for Mandarin Dragonets, Seahorses & delicate marine life - • **Triple-Species Powerhouse:** Tisbe, Tigriopus & Apocyclops unite for ultimate tank health - • **Natural Aquarium Maintenance:** Pods consume detritus, fish waste & invasive algae effortlessly - • **Sustainable Live Food Source:** 5,280+ pods ensure continuous feeding & population growth ## Overview AlgaeBarn 5280 Pods deliver a premium mix of three live copepod species—Tisbe, Tigriopus, and Apocyclops—providing over 5,280 pods that naturally clean your marine aquarium by consuming waste and algae while serving as a vital live food source for finicky fish and invertebrates. Guaranteed 100% alive on arrival, these pods establish a sustainable, self-reproducing population that enhances tank health and biodiversity. ## Description Our Copepods range from Juveniles to Adults in size. This is intentional and it allows you to seed and establish a copepod population in your aquarium. Your fish will eat the adults they can see and the juveniles that they cannot see will make their way into the rocks, macro algae, sponges, etc where they will consume detritus and start to reproduce. If we sold all adults, your fish would likely consume all of them in a few minutes and there would be none leftover to reproduce in your tank. Please research this product before purchasing! Imagine having a sustainable & diverse copepod population in your marine aquarium. Tig Pods contains 5280+ Premium LIVE Tigriopus Copepods ranging from nauplii to adult sizes. Our genuine quality Copepods are 100% viable to reproduce in marine aquaria and will establish a diverse population of Tigriopus copepods in your aquarium. Copepods form a "Copepod Clean Up Crew" in your tank as they naturally keep your aquarium spotless by consuming detritus, fish waste, and other invasive algae. Tig Pods is great for seeding new tanks & refugiums, boosting existing Tigriopus copepod populations, feeding finicky fish & inverts such as Mandarins, Seahorses, Anthias, Wrasses, SPS, LPS & NPS Corals, Clams, and most other filter-feeding inverts. OUR MISSION is to earn your loyalty and respect while giving you the peace of mind you deserve when it comes to your marine aquarium. We offer genuine quality Tigriopus Copepods that are 100% Aquacultured, 100% Sustainable, and 100% Guaranteed, no exceptions! Review: Perfect! - Great product! Review: Lots of microscopic juveniles - Upon initial inspection, I only spotted a few adults... like 5 or 6 few. Upon closer inspection, I was able to make out a large number of napulli. I put them in two 1.5 gal containers, and fed them OceanMagik while I waited for them to reach sexual maturity before exposing them to predators. In two days, it will be 3 weeks since I started culturing them. I've already harvesteded one of the containers of pods, split the other in half, and they're ready to be harvested again. While it's not ideal to raise three types together, keeping them well-fed has helped reduce cannibalism. Sorry about the poor video quality... it doesn't show what the eyes can see. The other container is identical... ## Features - Mix of THREE COPEPOD SPECIES: Tigriopus, Tisbe, and Apocyclops - Seed Your Aquarium with a "Copepod Clean-Up Crew" & Feed Finicky Fish - Premium live food for Mandarin Dragonets, Seahorses, LPS, SPS & NPS Corals, Wrasses, Anthias, Pipefish, Clown Fish, Blennies, Clams, & other Finicky Fish & Inverts - Cleans your tank by consuming detritus, fish waste, and invasive algae naturally - 100% Alive On Arrival Guarantee. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01GGU7RLM | | Additional Features | Mix of three copepod species for diverse feeding and tank cleaning | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Animal Food Diet Type | Raw | | Animal Food Ingredient Claim | Wild-Caught | | Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein | | Best Sellers Rank | #36,182 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #346 in Aquarium Fish Food | | Brand | AlgaeBarn | | Brand Name | AlgaeBarn | | Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds | | Container Type | Bottle | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 465 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Small | | Flavor | Seafood | | Item Form | Capsule | | Item Weight | 16 Ounces | | Manufacturer | AlgaeBarn, LLC | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Birthday | | Pet Type | Fish | | Product Benefits | Naturally cleans aquarium & feeds finicky fish | | Recommended Uses For Product | Maintain a clean aquarium, Feed finicky fish, Provide food for marine creatures | | Special Ingredients | Tigriopus, Tisbe, Apocyclops | | Specific Uses For Product | Maintain a clean aquarium, Feed finicky fish, Provide food for marine creatures | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 764804146752 | | Unit Count | 16 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** AlgaeBarn - **Flavor:** Seafood - **Item Form:** Capsule - **Specific Uses For Product:** Maintain a clean aquarium, Feed finicky fish, Provide food for marine creatures ## Images ![AlgaeBarn 5280 Pods :: Live Copepods :: Three Pod Species Tisbe + Tigriopus + Apocyclops :: Clean Your Tank & Mandarin & Finicky Fish Food (5,280+ Pods) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71W7-3YdW7L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: I have a Biorb aquarium. Can Copepods survive with its filtration system?** A: Yes, they would be able to survive and pass through due to their small size **Q: Can it be internationally shipped ?** A: We ship this product to the US and Canada only. Thank you for asking! **Q: Do I need to add these monthly or will they populate and only require occasional additions ?** A: They will populate. I still add a jar every 3 to 4 months **Q: How long can i leave in jar before adding to tank? Shud i open the jar so they get air?** A: We are talking about live creatures, so I would not keep them locked up in that jar very long. The waste produced and lack of food supply in that jar as well. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect! *by S***S on February 9, 2026* Great product! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lots of microscopic juveniles *by P***S on July 24, 2025* Upon initial inspection, I only spotted a few adults... like 5 or 6 few. Upon closer inspection, I was able to make out a large number of napulli. I put them in two 1.5 gal containers, and fed them OceanMagik while I waited for them to reach sexual maturity before exposing them to predators. In two days, it will be 3 weeks since I started culturing them. I've already harvesteded one of the containers of pods, split the other in half, and they're ready to be harvested again. While it's not ideal to raise three types together, keeping them well-fed has helped reduce cannibalism. Sorry about the poor video quality... it doesn't show what the eyes can see. The other container is identical... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good *by A***A on March 2, 2026* Good size easy to use ## Frequently Bought Together - AlgaeBarn 5280 Pods :: Live Copepods :: Three Pod Species Tisbe + Tigriopus + Apocyclops :: Clean Your Tank & Mandarin & Finicky Fish Food (5,280+ Pods) - OceanMagik Live Phytoplankton Blend - Tetra x Nanno x Iso x Thal Phyto Food for Coral and Copepod (32oz) - AlgaeBarn Live Copepods & Phytoplankton Combo Pack Tisbe & Tigriopus Pods + Live Phytoplankon (16oz) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/29284782-algaebarn-5280-pods-live-copepods-three-pod-species-tisbe-tigriopus](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/29284782-algaebarn-5280-pods-live-copepods-three-pod-species-tisbe-tigriopus) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-06-07*