Triops longicaudatus, or Triops for short, are fascinating creatures that first came into existence during the Triassic era whilst T-Rex, Triceratops and other dinosaurs still dominated.
Their eggs evolved to survive period of drought, only to hatch once there has been sufficient rainfall. This rare characteristic enables us to safely store them until a time it is convenient to care for them. Their relatively simple care, fascinating properties, energetic behaviour, reasonable size and short life-span, lends them excellent educational value whilst being fun, curious pets too.
This small pack contains a packet of eggs that hatch into Triops once added to bottled water.
Triops can grow up to 5cm long and usually live between 20-90 days.
Suitable for age 7+ with adult supervision.
If you need a tank to hatch your Triops in, then take a look at our Triassic Triops Kit, everything your need including a tank. Just add water!