Should I Defrost Bloodworms?

If you find that your fish get through an entire cube of bloodworm before the expiry date, you may find yourself tempted to defrost whole cubes at once and then feed periodically, and while this would seem a logical solution, we would recommend that you only defrost what you need as the bloodworm are more likely to ...

Can you defrost bloodworms?

When you are ready to feed your fish, fill a small container with some of the tank water and place a cube of bloodworms in, to thaw it out. Once it has thawed, strain the defrosted food to remove the water and excess juices.

Can bloodworms survive being frozen?

You can store them for almost half a year in your freezer. The risk of disease is extremely low, so feeding them to your fish is very safe. Frozen bloodworms allow you to either feed your tank in one condensed area or spread it around the whole tank.