Grindal - why is it so popular among aquarists?

White worm, commonly known among aquarists as grindal (Latin Enchytraeus buchholzi) was first described by Professor František Vejdovský of Charles University in Prague in 1879. The first to cultivate grindal was Swedish aquarist Nancy Grindal in the 1940s, after whom these worms received their commonly used name. Compared to other nematodes, they have the advantage of smaller size (often around 1-1.5 cm) and a greater willingness to reproduce, and they are not as demanding in maintaining the correct temperature.

📢 Why is grindal so popular among aquarists? 📢

👉 Easy breeding - they do not require much space and can be kept in containers.

👉 Nutritious food - grindal contains a high protein content, supporting fish growth.

👉 Suitable for small fish - ideal for livebearers, rasboras, tetras, and fry of larger species.

👉 High daily yields - with proper care, grindal can be harvested every day.

Grindal worms are the ideal live food for small aquarium fish.

Grindal reproduces easily, the worms are nutritious, and almost any aquarist can keep them even without prior experience. Due to their size and adaptability, they are considered one of the best live foods for smaller aquarium fish and fry.

If you are interested in the topic of live food, check out the overview of live food in the Magazine at https://www.foraquarist.com/novinky/135-zive-krmeni-cast-1

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