triops, prehistoric triops

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This month's feature product: Triassic Triops Triops are creatures that date back to prehistoric times. This starter kit is a great first pet(s) that teaches children about responsibility, nature and the fragility of earth's creatures. Set up is easy and the eggs are sure to hatch if the directions are followed properly. These fascinating creatures start out the size of pin heads and double in size until they are around 1 1/2 inches long. At two weeks, they will have already grown to be around 1" long. They have loads of personality, which includes unique ways of eating and moving through the water. If well taken care of they may live up to three months.


1. The kit comes with plastic tank, eggs, food, sand packet, pipette, instructions and thermometer		2. Spring water is added to the tank and the thermometer is placed on the side of the tank

3. The contents of the sand packet are added and spread evenly on the bottom of the tank		4. The eggs may be added after the water is monitored and has reached the proper temperature

5. Plenty of food for the Triops is included in the kit and added according to Triops' size		6. About every week or two the water must be replaced - part of the old is poured in the toilet

Growing daily, as the images indicate, the Triops are constantly putting on a show while eating and exploring the tank!

7. The pipette is used to remove the Triops' waste from the bottom of the tank

8. Fresh spring water is checked for the proper temp. and added to the tank

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