{"product_id":"hikari-bio-pure-frozen-jumbo-blood-worms","title":"Frozen Jumbo Blood Worms Bio-Pure — 3.5 oz Cubes and 16 oz Flat Pack - Hikari","description":"\u003cp\u003eHikari Bio-Pure frozen jumbo blood worms are the large-format version of the regular blood worm. Two pack sizes: 3.5 oz (100 g) cubes and a 16 oz (454 g) flat pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:340px;margin:20px auto;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:177.78%;height:0;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2yISSybidXQ\" title=\"Turn frozen fish food into coral super food - ReefSolution\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this clip filmed at the store, we show how to turn an ordinary frozen food into something that feeds the fish \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e the rest of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for — and who it is not for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHikari is clear: this product targets \u003cstrong\u003elarger freshwater fish that prefer a meaty offering\u003c\/strong\u003e. It names eels, larger discus, American cichlids, some amphibians and aquatic turtles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your tank holds small fish, this is the wrong size: a jumbo worm is too big for a small mouth. Go with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hikari-bio-pure-frozen-blood-worms\"\u003eregular blood worms\u003c\/a\u003e, available in four pack sizes including a mini cube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd like the regular blood worms, jumbo is not a reef tank food: the manufacturer names no marine species at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout worm size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is called jumbo and Hikari describes a larger size, ideal as a meaty meal for bigger carnivores. \u003cstrong\u003eThe manufacturer publishes no precise size comparison on its current page.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you see an exact ratio quoted elsewhere, it does not come from today's documentation. Want to know whether the size suits your fish? Write to us with the species you feed and their size, and we will answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe two pack sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCubes 3.5 oz (100 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Hikari item #30245. No-touch cubes that break away one at a time, so the portion measures itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat pack 16 oz (454 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — item #30250. Break off the piece you want; the size for big tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Hikari packs in\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA natural protein source most larger tropical fish love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGut-loading with bio-encapsulated multi-vitamins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-step sterilization: free of harmful parasites, unwanted bacteria and foul odour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Mega-Power freezer that locks in natural colour, taste and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomated packing that keeps the animal whole instead of broken pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients and guaranteed analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlood worms, water, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (stabilized vitamin C), riboflavin (vitamin B2), thiamine mononitrate, biotin, choline chloride, folic acid, calcium pantothenate, inositol, niacin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCrude protein\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth\u003eCrude fat\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth\u003eCrude fibre\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003emin. 3.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003emin. 0.4%\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003emax. 0.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003emax. 96%\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003ePhosphorus\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth\u003eAscorbic acid\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth\u003eRiboflavin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth\u003eVitamin B12\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003emin. 0.02%\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003emin. 10 mg\/kg\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003emin. 2.0 mg\/kg\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003emin. 200 µg\/kg\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to feed it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed no more than your fish consume within \u003cstrong\u003e30 to 45 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eno more than twice daily\u003c\/strong\u003e. Remove whatever is left once the feeding period ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHikari repeats it on every sheet: live or frozen food can spoil a fish to the point where it refuses its formulated diet. Feed it for variety, not as a replacement for complete nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e handling frozen food derived from a live animal can cause the same allergic reaction as handling the live animal itself. Wash your hands thoroughly immediately after use, and before any contact with your nose or mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy from ReefSolution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthorized Hikari dealer, a dedicated reef store in Laval with in-store pickup and delivery across Canada. The tools we use ourselves at feeding time:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/boyd-vita-chem-marine-4-oz\"\u003eBoyd Vita-Chem Marine\u003c\/a\u003e — the vitamin supplement to mix into frozen food before you serve it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/seachem-garlic-guard-250ml\"\u003eSeachem Garlic Guard\u003c\/a\u003e — garlic-based appetite stimulant for picky fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/easy-feed-pipette-385mm\"\u003eEasy Feed Pipette 385 mm\u003c\/a\u003e — place food exactly where you want it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tl-julians-thing\"\u003eTwo Little Fishies Julian's Thing\u003c\/a\u003e — the syringe-style feeder that works as well on a coral as on a shy fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between jumbo and regular blood worms?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorm size, and the audience. Hikari intends the regular ones for most freshwater environments and limited marine use; it reserves jumbo for larger freshwater fish that prefer a meaty offering. The analysis differs too: jumbo runs min. 3.0% protein at max. 96% moisture, against min. 3.5% at max. 95% for the regular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for a saltwater aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer names only freshwater species, amphibians and aquatic turtles. For a marine tank, brine shrimp or mysis are the better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I feed it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwice daily at most, giving only what is taken within 30 to 45 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping note:\u003c\/strong\u003e frozen food ships express in an insulated cooler with ice packs. Partial or complete thawing during transit is normal — especially in summer — and does not affect the product's quality for your fish. Dry ice would cost a fortune with zero quality benefit; we don't offer it. Be there to receive your package and place it directly in your freezer upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hikari","offers":[{"title":"Cubes 3.5 oz (100 g)","offer_id":44360848113835,"sku":"30305","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Paquet plat 16 oz (454 g)","offer_id":47534627651755,"sku":"30291","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/7108\/1899\/files\/042055302456-BioPureFrozen-JumboBloodWorms-24cubes-3.5oz-100g-30245_97706e22-fba8-4a9b-8266-dcf9981622c0.png?v=1785447321","url":"https:\/\/reefsolution.com\/en\/products\/hikari-bio-pure-frozen-jumbo-blood-worms","provider":"Aquarium ReefSolution inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}