{"product_id":"repashy-bottom-scratcher","title":"Repashy Bottom Scratcher","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"347\" data-start=\"258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"345\" data-start=\"262\"\u003eInvertivore Gel Food for Bottom Feeders \u0026amp; Scavengers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"717\" data-start=\"349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"377\" data-start=\"349\"\u003eRepashy Bottom Scratcher\u003c\/strong\u003e is a protein-packed gel premix designed for \u003cstrong data-end=\"447\" data-start=\"422\"\u003einvertivorous species\u003c\/strong\u003e—fish and invertebrates that primarily consume small aquatic invertebrates in the wild. With a blend of krill, insect, mussel, and squid meals, this formula contains \u003cstrong data-end=\"631\" data-start=\"613\"\u003ezero fish meal\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a clean, nutrient-dense option for bottom-dwelling grazers and scavengers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1016\" data-start=\"719\"\u003eAt Aquatic Arts, we feed \u003cstrong data-end=\"764\" data-start=\"744\"\u003eBottom Scratcher\u003c\/strong\u003e to many of our bottom-dwelling fish and shrimp species, including corydoras, loaches, dwarf crayfish, and caridina shrimp. It’s especially useful in tanks where fish forage at the substrate level and need consistent access to slow-sinking, meaty food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; class=\"\" data-end=\"1021\" data-start=\"1018\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1048\" data-start=\"1023\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1046\" data-start=\"1027\"\u003eWhy We Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1434\" data-start=\"1049\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1144\" data-start=\"1049\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1144\" data-start=\"1051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"1051\"\u003eInvertivore Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e All proteins and fats come from invertebrate sources—no fish meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1242\" data-start=\"1145\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1242\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1176\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003eIdeal for Bottom Feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to hold together on the substrate for natural grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1343\" data-start=\"1243\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1343\" data-start=\"1245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1270\" data-start=\"1245\"\u003eClean Protein Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made with krill, mussel, squid, and insect meal for optimal nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1434\" data-start=\"1344\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1434\" data-start=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1370\" data-start=\"1346\"\u003eAquatic Arts Tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used daily in our facility for feeding bottom-loving species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; class=\"\" data-end=\"1439\" data-start=\"1436\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"1441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1471\" data-start=\"1445\"\u003eWhat Are Invertivores?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1969\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003eInvertivores are fish and invertebrates that specialize in eating \u003cstrong data-end=\"1565\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003eaquatic invertebrates\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as insect larvae, small crustaceans, worms, and mollusks. Many popular freshwater aquarium species—including \u003cstrong data-end=\"1770\" data-start=\"1681\"\u003ecorydoras, loaches, gobies, bumblebee catfish, freshwater puffers, and dwarf crayfish\u003c\/strong\u003e—fall into this category.\u003cbr data-end=\"1798\" data-start=\"1795\"\u003eRepashy Bottom Scratcher provides these animals with a diet that mirrors their natural food sources in a soft, slow-sinking form they can easily graze from the tank floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; class=\"\" data-end=\"1974\" data-start=\"1971\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1997\" data-start=\"1976\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1995\" data-start=\"1980\"\u003eHow to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"2298\" data-start=\"1998\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2063\" data-start=\"1998\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2063\" data-start=\"2001\"\u003eBring water to a boil using the stove, microwave, or kettle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2159\" data-start=\"2064\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2159\" data-start=\"2067\"\u003eCombine \u003cstrong data-end=\"2092\" data-start=\"2075\"\u003e1 part powder\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2125\" data-start=\"2098\"\u003e2–3 parts boiling water\u003c\/strong\u003e, stir immediately until smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2239\" data-start=\"2160\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2239\" data-start=\"2163\"\u003ePour into a mold or container and let it cool and set at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2298\" data-start=\"2240\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2298\" data-start=\"2243\"\u003eOnce firm, cut into cubes, slabs, or shred for feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2492\" data-start=\"2300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2317\" data-start=\"2300\"\u003eJerky Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e After gel is prepared, slice into ¼-inch thick pieces and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2405\" data-start=\"2376\"\u003edehydrate at 150°F (65°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong data-end=\"2424\" data-start=\"2410\"\u003e8–12 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e using an oven or food dehydrator for a slow-release feeding format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2600\" data-start=\"2494\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2510\" data-start=\"2494\"\u003eStorage Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store finished gel in the fridge for up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"2565\" data-start=\"2554\"\u003e2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, or freeze for up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"2599\" data-start=\"2587\"\u003e6 months\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; class=\"\" data-end=\"2605\" data-start=\"2602\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2634\" data-start=\"2607\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2632\" data-start=\"2611\"\u003eFull Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3155\" data-start=\"2635\"\u003eKrill Meal, Insect Meal, Mussel Meal, Squid Meal, Dried Brewer’s Yeast, Dried Seaweed Meal, Lecithin, Dried Kelp, Locust Bean Gum, Potassium Citrate, Taurine, Watermelon, Rose Hips, Hibiscus Flower, Calendula Flower, Marigold Flower, Paprika, Turmeric, Stinging Nettle, Garlic, Salt, Calcium Propionate and Potassium Sorbate (preservatives), Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Methionine Hydroxy Analogue Chelate, Manganese Methionine Hydroxy Analogue Chelate, Copper Methionine Hydroxy Analogue Chelate, Selenium Yeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3473\" data-start=\"3157\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3170\" data-start=\"3157\"\u003eVitamins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Choline Chloride, Calcium L-Ascorbyl-2-Monophosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Beta Carotene, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; 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