PodDrop Reef Rain Live Copepods merges two complementary species — Tisbe biminiensis and Tigriopus californicus — for the most comprehensive feeding coverage in reef aquaria.
Tisbe pods thrive in the rockwork and substrate, constantly cleaning detritus and reproducing in refugiums, while Tigriopus pods swim throughout the water column, attracting finicky eaters with their movement and rich pigmentation.

Each bottle contains a dense, live culture freshly harvested from controlled, phytoplankton-fed systems, ensuring optimal purity, vitality, and nutritional content.

Tisbe biminiensis: Small, hardy copepods that populate rockwork, sand, and refugiums — perfect for building long-term biodiversity and supporting coral microfauna.

Tigriopus californicus: Larger, bright red pods packed with carotenoids and fatty acids, known for stimulating feeding in mandarins, wrasses, and anthias while enhancing fish coloration.

Together, these two species provide complete vertical coverage — benthic + pelagic feeding — to nourish every level of your reef ecosystem.

Reef Rain copepods are rich in EPA, DHA, proteins, and natural pigments, providing superior nutrition that enhances coral color, strengthens fish immunity, and promotes overall reef stability. Their mixed sizes ensure that every organism, from microfauna to large fish, receives appropriate live nourishment.

• Turn off skimmer and pumps for 15–30 minutes.

• Acclimate the pods by floating the sealed bottle for temperature matching.

• Pour directly into the refugium or display tank near rockwork or coral structures.

• For best results, add at night or when lights are dim to maximize settlement and survival.

Add PodDrop Reef Rain 1–2 times per week for steady biodiversity and consistent live feeding.
Increase dosage for larger systems or heavily stocked reef tanks.

Store at room temperature (68–78°F) and away from direct sunlight.
Gently shake before each use to distribute both species evenly.
For best results, use within 2–3 weeks of arrival.

Feed your Reef Rain pods with PodDrop Phyto Blend to promote faster reproduction, maintain colony health, and boost nutritional density for long-term reef success.

At PodDrop, we culture copepods with precision and passion. Each blend is species-balanced and maintained in clean, isolated systems to ensure purity and vitality.
Every bottle is freshly harvested, shipped fast, and backed by our Live Arrival Guarantee — giving your reef life in every drop.

We guarantee live delivery on every order.
If your pods don’t arrive alive and active, contact us within 24 hours of delivery with photos, and we’ll send a free replacement or store credit — no hassle.

Orders ship Monday and Wednesday via 2-Day Shipping to ensure live arrival before the weekend.
All live products are shipped in insulated packaging with temperature control packs as needed.
Due to the live nature of our products, returns are not accepted, but all orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.