Oak & Algae Wafers

Oak & Algae Wafers | The Ultimate Bioactive Invert Superfood

Fuel your clean-up crew with the perfect balance of proteins and fibre. Our Oak & Algae Wafers are specifically selected for invertebrate keepers who want to provide a diet that replicates the natural forest floor. Packed with spirulina for vitality and natural oak bark to provide the essential cellulose your inverts need for healthy digestion. Sold in 50g bags.

Why Your Inverts Need Oak & Algae Wafers

• Essential Oak Roughage: Many invertebrates are naturally xylophagous (wood-eaters). The inclusion of real oak bark provides the lignin and cellulose required for a healthy gut and successful moulting.
• Vitality Boost: Fortified with spirulina and kelp, rich in vitamins A, C, and E — help enhance the natural colours of your isopods and shrimp.
• Slow-Dissolve Formula: These discs hold their shape for hours, allowing slower-moving species and nocturnal grazers to feed at their own pace.
• Clean-Enclosure Safe: Unlike flakes or powders that can cloud a humid environment, these wafers remain stable — ideal for use in high-humidity terrariums or 3D-printed feeding ledges.

Product Details

Pro-Tip: For smaller colonies, break a single wafer into 4 pieces and scatter them. This prevents a feeding frenzy in one spot and ensures that even the smallest mancae (babies) get a chance to graze on the beneficial oak bark.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I feed Oak & Algae Wafers?
Offer 1–2 wafers (or pieces) every 2–3 days as part of a varied diet alongside leaf litter, protein supplements, and calcium sources. Remove any uneaten wafers after 48–72 hours to keep the enclosure clean.

Can I use these for isopods and millipedes together?
Yes — Oak & Algae Wafers are suitable for both isopods and millipedes. Both species benefit from the oak bark cellulose and spirulina content. Place the wafer in a dry zone of the enclosure for best results.

Will the wafers mould in a humid enclosure?
The slow-dissolve formula is designed to remain stable in humid conditions for longer than standard flakes or powders. However, remove any uneaten wafers after 48–72 hours in very high humidity setups.

Are they safe for all isopod species?
Yes — Oak & Algae Wafers are safe for all isopod species including Armadillidium, Porcellio, Cubaris, and Trichorhina. The oak bark content is particularly beneficial for xylophagous species.

Can I use these in a jumping spider enclosure?
Yes — if you have a bioactive jumping spider enclosure with an isopod or springtail clean-up crew, Oak & Algae Wafers are an excellent supplemental food for your CUC.