{"product_id":"algae-wafers","title":"Algae Wafers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Algae Wafers | Nutrient-Rich Isopod \u0026amp; Invertebrate Food\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoost your colony’s health with our \u003cb\u003ePremium Algae Wafers\u003c\/b\u003e — a specially curated supplemental feed perfect for isopods, millipedes, land snails, and springtails. While leaf litter and decaying wood are the bread and butter of their diet, these wafers provide the essential superfood punch needed for a thriving, breeding colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Our Algae Wafers are a Keeper’s Favourite\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMineral-Rich Formula:\u003c\/b\u003e Packed with high-quality spirulina and seaweed, providing the essential calcium and minerals required for successful moulting and strong exoskeleton growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProtein Balance:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps prevent protein-hungry isopod species (like \u003ci\u003ePorcellio\u003c\/i\u003e) from predating on their own mancae or tank mates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLow-Mould Technology:\u003c\/b\u003e Hard-pressed to hold their shape longer in high-humidity enclosures, giving your invertebrates plenty of time to forage without fouling the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVibrancy Boost:\u003c\/b\u003e Natural carotenoids help enhance the colours of designer isopod morphs, keeping your \u003ci\u003eCubaris\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003eArmadillidium\u003c\/i\u003e looking their best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding Recommendations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePortion Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Place one wafer per small colony directly onto a piece of cork bark or a feeding slate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHydration:\u003c\/b\u003e In drier setups, lightly mist the wafer to soften it for smaller juveniles or snail species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed 1–3 times a week as a supplement to their primary diet of leaf litter and wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBioactive Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e If using in a reptile enclosure, hide the wafer under a piece of wood to ensure the clean-up crew gets to it before the main inhabitant takes an interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow often should I feed algae wafers?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed 1–3 times per week as a supplement to your primary diet of leaf litter and wood. Remove any uneaten wafers after 48–72 hours to keep the enclosure clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow many wafers per colony?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne wafer per small to medium colony is sufficient. For larger colonies, use 2–3 wafers and scatter them in different areas of the enclosure to prevent feeding frenzies and ensure all colony members get access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill algae wafers mould in a humid enclosure?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur wafers are hard-pressed to hold their shape longer than standard flakes or powders in humid conditions. However, remove any uneaten wafers after 48–72 hours in very high humidity setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre they safe for all isopod species?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — our algae wafers are safe for all isopod species including \u003ci\u003eArmadillidium\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePorcellio\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCubaris\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eTrichorhina\u003c\/i\u003e. They are also suitable for millipedes, land snails, and springtails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use algae wafers alongside other supplements?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — algae wafers work best as part of a varied diet alongside leaf litter, protein supplements (such as fish flakes or dried shrimp), and calcium sources (such as cuttlefish bone or oyster shell). Variety is key to a thriving colony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52696695734611,"sku":"BUGS-6008-ALG","price":3.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_b9b13f49-667e-4e47-a42f-30360dc4b723.png?v=1777754716","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/algae-wafers","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}