When you combine forty-five years of hands-on-fish-keeping-experience, terrific ingredients and quality manufacturing right here in the USA, you come up with Xtreme Aquatic Foods®.
Xtreme Community Crave® Flakes combines two incredibly formulated flake foods, Krill and Spirulina Flakes to make one of the most popular Xtreme Fish Foods. The spirulina used in the Xtreme food is farm grown in the USA under strict quality controls and growing methods. Depending on the time of year, the Krill is wild-caught from areas around Alaska or South Africa. The vibrancy of the pink Krill flakes will vary depending on the source location of the Krill.
60% Spirulina / 40% Krill
- Feeding spirulina can help increase and provide a more uniform growth rate for your fish
- Spirulina can improve the digestion of your fish along with providing more nutrition as the ingredient is completely digestible
- Spirulina can boost the immune system of the fish
- Spirulina can help breakdown digested fats into energy by helping to produce a special enzyme. This means the fats will not build up in the fish's body
- Spirulina can help bring out the natural colours of your fish better due to the carotene pigments which are found in the algae
- Spirulina flakes can be fed to all fish, but is extremely loved by vegetable eating/grazing species
- Krill are rich in protein and contain carotenoids which help to bring out and enhance natural fish colours
- Krill also contain vitamins and minerals which give a natural boost to the fish's immune system
- Krill diets can also assist in building strong bones
- Krill also have a natural strong aroma, making the flakes have an appetising smell to any fussy feeders
Spirulina, Krill meal, Fish Meal, Non-GM Soy Flour, Shrimp Meal, Wheat Germ Meal, Soy Protein Isolate, Brewers Dried Yeast, Fish Protein Concentrate, Soy Lecithin, Krill Meal, Sodium Alginate, Fish Oil, Dried Kelp, Emulsifier, Corn Starch, Sorbitol, Choline Chloride, Manganese Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Iron Proteinate, Cobalt Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Selenite, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E Supplement), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K Activity), Folic Acid, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Anise Oil, Dicalcium Phosphate, Ethoxyquin, TBHQ.
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein Min. 42% Crude Fat Min. 11%
Crude Fiber Max. 4% Phosphorus Max. 1%
Moisture Max 10% Ash Max 12%
Community Crave Flakes: 60% Spirulina Intense Flake and 40% Krill Flake
Spirulina and Krill flake colour may vary depending on time of year that the ingredient is harvested.
Balanced amino acid profile.
Q: How much is postage cost?
A: All dry goods are $9.95 flat shipping, $13.95 for Plants express postage and live stock are $23 express postage flat. Handling time applies.
Q: Where do we ship ?
A: We ship Australia wide but Live stock are not shipped to WA,NT & Tasmania because of the state law.
Q: Where do we ship from ?
A: We ship from Sydney,
Q: When do we ship ?
A: All dry goods are shipped Monday - Friday. Live Goods are shipped Mon - Wed depending where you are.
Q: Can I Pick Up ?
A: We are not offering any pickup at this stage
Q: Can I return the item back?
A: All dry stock can be returned back. Live goods are not refundable. Shipping cost will be deducted upon return of the item and also customer is responsible to send the item back.
We do ship dry goods.
Step 1: Prepare the necessary materials
Clean bucket or container large enough
Airline tubing
Air pump (optional but recommended)
Adjustable valve or knot (to regulate the flow of water) or get a abquatics drip kit
Clean, dechlorinated water (ideally matching the temperature and pH of your tank)
Step 2: Set up the drip acclimation system
Fill a clean bucket or container with the clean, dechlorinated water.
Attach one end of the airline tubing to an air pump (if using) and place the other end inside the bucket. Make sure it reaches the bottom of the container.
Step 3: Start the drip
Open the bag containing the aquatic animals and carefully pour the entire contents into the bucket, including the water from the transport bag.
Start a siphon by sucking on the free end of the airline tubing or use a siphon starter. This will initiate a slow drip of water into the bucket.
Step 4: Adjust the drip rate
Use an adjustable valve or tie a knot in the airline tubing to regulate the drip rate. Aim for approximately 2-4 drips per second.
The slow drip helps gradually mix the water in the bucket with the water from the transport bag, preventing any sudden changes in water parameters.
Step 5: Monitor the process
Keep an eye on the acclimation process and periodically test the water parameters in the bucket using a test kit. This helps ensure a smooth transition.
Depending on the sensitivity of the animals and the water parameters involved, the acclimation process may take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few hours.
Step 6: Adjust water volume if needed
If the water volume in the bucket becomes too high, you can remove some water and continue the drip acclimation process with fresh, dechlorinated water. Be cautious not to remove too much water, as it can lead to sudden changes in water parameters.
Step 7: Transfer the animals to the tank
Once the acclimation process is complete, gently net the aquatic animals from the bucket and transfer them to the tank. Avoid adding the water from the acclimation container to the tank to prevent any potential contamination.
Step 8: Dispose of the acclimation water
After transferring the animals, discard the acclimation water from the bucket. Do not pour it directly into any drains or natural bodies of water.
By following these steps, you can safely and gradually acclimate your shrimp, snails, and fish to their new tank environment after transport. Remember, it's important to monitor the process closely and make adjustments as necessary to ensure a smooth transition for your aquatic pets.