{"product_id":"dendrobaena-dew-worms","title":"Dendrobaena Dew Worms","description":"\u003cp\u003ePremium Dendrobaena Dew Worms (\u003ci\u003eDendrobaena veneta\u003c\/i\u003e), available in carefully sorted Size S and Size M, provide a rich, highly nutritious live protein source for larger freshwater aquarium fish, monster fish, cichlids, and aquatic turtles. Valued for their high moisture and natural lipid profiles, these robust earthworms stimulate natural predatory feeding instincts that standard dry pellet foods cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort Description \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur premium \u003ci\u003eDendrobaena\u003c\/i\u003e worms are cultivated in controlled, pathogen-free organic environments to ensure absolute safety for your aquatic pets. Size S offers an ideal bite-sized meal for medium-to-large community cichlids, while Size M serves heartier carnivores like large bichirs, datnoids, and turtle species. Beginners will find them exceptionally easy to portion, store, and feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Product Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eDendrobaena veneta\u003c\/i\u003e (Eisenia veneta)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Live-Food Protein Supplement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize S (Small \/ Fine profile) \u0026amp; Size M (Medium \/ Robust profile)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTarget Species\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Cichlids, Monster Fish, Loaches, Aquatic Turtles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutritional Value\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh natural protein, amino acids, and essential moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36°F–45°F (2°C–7°C) in a standard refrigerator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding Frequency\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 to 3 times per week as a conditioning treat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Beginner Feeding \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Selecting the Right Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing the correct size ensures safe consumption without risking choking or waste fouling your water parameters. Size S works best for growing cichlids, larger tetras, and medium bottom-feeders that can manage a slender worm segment. Size M is designated for large-mouth predatory specimens that require a substantial, high-energy meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Handling \u0026amp; Feeding Protocol\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen introducing live worms to your aquarium, always feed sparingly to ensure your fish consume everything within a few minutes, preventing excess organic decay in the substrate. For smaller fish, Size S worms can be neatly portioned using clean aquarium scissors. Always wash hands thoroughly before and after handling live bait cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Storage \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize the lifespan of your live culture, store the container in a cool, dark environment such as a refrigerator crisper drawer, maintaining temperatures between 36°F and 45°F. Check the bedding moisture weekly; it should feel like a damp sponge. Proper refrigeration keeps the worms dormant, firm, and fresh for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Worms \u0026 Insects","offers":[{"title":"Small - approx. 30 pcs","offer_id":57072194421076,"sku":"ST040640","price":2.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium - approx. 20 pcs","offer_id":57072194453844,"sku":"ST040641","price":2.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/DendrobaenaDewWorms_SizeS.webp?v=1788883714","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/dendrobaena-dew-worms","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}