My jar is about a month old and I’ve observed quite a few of these little guys. They propel themselves with the back two appendages (kind of like frog legs) does anyone know what they are?
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My jar is about a month old and I’ve observed quite a few of these little guys. They propel themselves with the back two appendages (kind of like frog legs) does anyone know what they are?
by KeepsForgettinLogin
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Pods.
Cyclops ostracods, the dangly bits are egg pods
Copepods, also known as cyclops.
The lifeblood of most jar ecosystems. Copepods
Copepods, the two black “balls” on either side are egg sacs! They’re so fascinating! I have plenty in both my tanks, and they always have a steady population, even with all my fish eating them