
Vinegar Eel
Vinegar Eels – The Ideal Starter Food for Fry
Vinegar eels (Turbatrix aceti) are one of the best first foods for fry, especially those too small to eat Artemia nauplii or microworms. Due to their tiny size and natural movement in the water, they are an excellent food source for many species of aquarium fish fry.
Advantages of Vinegar Eels as a Starter Food Microscopic size – perfect for the smallest fry.
Stay alive in water for long periods – they remain suspended for up to 24 hours without sinking or polluting the tank.
Easy to culture – requires minimal maintenance and can be grown in small containers.
Great nutritional value – rich in proteins and fats essential for fast fry growth.
Remain in the water column – making them easier for fry to consume.
How to Culture Vinegar Eels?
Vinegar eels are incredibly easy to culture. They thrive in a mixture of apple cider vinegar, water, and a small amount of sugar or apple slices. Once established, a colony can sustain itself for months with minimal care. A link to our YouTube channel with a detailed video guide on vinegar eel cultivation will be available soon!