{"product_id":"katsaquatics-calcium-protein","title":"KatsAquatics Calcium + Protein","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-size:1.3em;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;\"\u003eCalcium + Protein for Strong Shells and Healthy Molts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatsAquatics Calcium + Protein is a biologist-formulated supplement food packed with the calcium and protein that freshwater snails, shrimp, plecos, and other bottom feeders need for stronger shells, bigger body growth, and successful molts. Each fast-sinking piece is 100% natural and does not foul or dissolve in the water, so it holds its shape while your clean-up crew grazes. Round out their diet with more options from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003efish and invertebrate nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy Feed Calcium + Protein?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStronger, shinier shells\u003c\/strong\u003e from a very high calcium content (over 64% calcium).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein for bigger body growth\u003c\/strong\u003e and vibrant, healthy invertebrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports successful molts\u003c\/strong\u003e and helps repair damaged or pitted shells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not foul or dissolve in water\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it stays put and keeps your tank clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast sinking\u003c\/strong\u003e and easy for bottom feeders to find.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% natural, biologist formulated, and made in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eGreat For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeocaridina and Caridina \u003cstrong\u003edwarf shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater \u003cstrong\u003esnails\u003c\/strong\u003e such as nerite and ramshorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlecos\u003c\/strong\u003e and other bottom-feeding fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreeding colonies that need extra calcium for babies and adults alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLand snails and isopods in bioactive setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eNutrition and Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortified with essential vitamins and minerals including Vitamins A, C, K1, and B6, plus iron and phosphorus. This is the highest-calcium formula in the KatsAquatics lineup, built to prevent weak shells, failed molts, and premature loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcium carbonate, whole egg, wheat, brewers yeast, garlic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.7 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrop one or two pieces into the aquarium near your shrimp, snails, or plecos. Because the pieces do not dissolve, you can leave them in for grazing and simply remove any uneaten portion after a day to keep the water clean. Feed a few times per week as a calcium-rich supplement alongside your staple foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/katsaquatics-shrimpsicles-freeze-dried-shrimp-treat\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eKatsAquatics Shrimpsicles\u003c\/a\u003e, a freeze-dried protein treat from the same brand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/repashy-bottom-scratcher\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eRepashy Bottom Scratcher\u003c\/a\u003e gel food for shrimp and bottom feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/xtreme-shrimpee-sinking-sticks-shrimp-food\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eXtreme Shrimpee Sinking Sticks\u003c\/a\u003e for a daily staple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-nutridiet-shrimp-flakes-probiotic\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eSeachem NutriDiet Shrimp Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e with added probiotics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild your clean-up crew from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/freshwater-invertebrates\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003efreshwater invertebrates\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this for freshwater or saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFreshwater. It is made for freshwater shrimp, snails, plecos, and other bottom feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it cloud or foul my water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The pieces are made not to dissolve or foul the water, so they hold their shape while your animals graze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do shrimp and snails need extra calcium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCalcium is essential for building strong shells and exoskeletons. A calcium-rich food supports clean molts for shrimp and thick, healthy shells for snails, helping prevent weak shells and failed molts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from the other KatsAquatics flavors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCalcium + Protein has the highest calcium and protein content in the lineup, so it leans toward shell strength and body growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KatsAquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48222530240731,"sku":"894538","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_f666e664-1676-40ba-90cd-ef9fe61d96c7.png?v=1770243690","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/katsaquatics-calcium-protein","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}