{"product_id":"untitled-aug30_19-16","title":"Blue Velvet Nudibranch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChelidonura varians\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Velvet Nudibranch, also known as the Head Shield Sea Slug, is black in color with blue lines around the outside of its body and down the middle of its head. It has a hammer shaped head and two appendages at the rear, mimicking a flatworm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specialized eater will consume flatworms in the aquarium. It sucks up the flatworms using a tube-like proboscis and makes a great natural alternative for flatworm control. However, it must be provided with a steady diet of flatworms in order to thrive. In addition, it is sensitive to rapid changes in water conditions and does not have a long life expectancy. Because of this, only expert aquarists should attempt to maintain this species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpawning occurs regularly when more than one of this species is maintained together. Unfortunately, there has not been a good success rate reported in raising the larvae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Velvet Nudibranch should be acclimated using the Drip Method. It can be harmed by pump intakes and drains, so care should be taken to screen these off. It is sensitive to high levels of nitrate and will not tolerate copper-based medications. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ethical Aquatics Canada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46702625915040,"sku":"","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0467\/4299\/5104\/files\/Blue-Velvet-Nudibranch-800x500-01.jpg?v=1693489631","url":"https:\/\/ethicalaquatics.ca\/products\/untitled-aug30_19-16","provider":"Ethical Aquatics Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}