Triops Newberryi

The Triops Newberryi, named after its discovery site in the western US, is a fairly rare tadpole shrimp. Despite the warm environment, the Triops Newberryi is a slow-growing and small tadpole shrimp. Including tail fork it grows to about six centimeters. He favors temperatures just below 30 °Centigrade.

To keep Triops Newberryi in a tank, a suitable heat source is required. He has a life expectancy of 50 to 70 days, which is pretty average. The shell shows a beautiful tabby pattern. It develops clearly after about three weeks. Its dark brown marbling on the otherwise light brown shell is its distinguishing feature.

The Triops Newberryi is a lively contemporary that will bring a lot of fun to your aquarium. Enjoy watching this little American swim, eat or dig.

By bringing the Triops Newberryi into your home, you bring one of the rarest Triops species into your home.

Size: approx. 4 - 6 cm
Life expectancy: approx. 50 - 70 days
Temperature: approx. 27°C

Add yourself:
• Spring water (Bar le Duc) without carbon dioxide (this can be purchased at the supermarket)
• A glass bowl or container that can hold approximately 0.5 liters of water.
• A lamp (light bulb/spot) that emits light and heat above the bowl or container for the first few days
Guide to growing triops

We provide a short manual for growing the eggs. If you have no experience yet, we recommend that you purchase the starter kit that contains the other supplies.