--- product_id: 534868341 title: "Critters Direct Live Freshwater Scuds (gammarus, sp) Qty-100" brand: "critters direct" price: "$94.02" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Critters Direct" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/534868341-critters-direct-live-freshwater-scuds-gammarus-sp-qty-100 store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 300 live scuds per pack Rapid breeding & natural cleanup crew Temperature-sensitive shipping (35-85°F) Critters Direct Live Freshwater Scuds (gammarus, sp) Qty-100 **Brand:** critters direct **Price:** $94.02 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🐠 Elevate your aquarium game with nature’s own live superfood! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Critters Direct Live Freshwater Scuds (gammarus, sp) Qty-100 by critters direct - **How much does it cost?** $94.02 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/534868341-critters-direct-live-freshwater-scuds-gammarus-sp-qty-100) ## Best For - critters direct enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted critters direct brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Guaranteed Live Arrival:** Arrives healthy and active, ensuring your aquatic ecosystem thrives from day one - • **Eco-Friendly Tank Cleaners:** Omnivorous scavengers that naturally consume leftover food, algae, and waste - • **Aquarium’s Ultimate Live Food:** 300 vibrant freshwater scuds to boost your fish’s color and vitality - • **Smart Shipping for Optimal Health:** Temperature-controlled delivery keeps your scuds safe and ready to perform - • **Rapid Breeders for Sustainable Supply:** Watch your scud population multiply effortlessly, reducing repeat orders ## Overview Critters Direct Freshwater Scuds (Qty-300) are live gammarus species ideal for aquarium enthusiasts seeking a natural, nutrient-rich food source that also acts as an organic cleanup crew. These hardy scuds arrive guaranteed alive, breed rapidly, and thrive without special care, enhancing fish coloration and tank health. Temperature-sensitive shipping ensures peak vitality upon arrival, making them a must-have for any serious freshwater aquarium. ## Description Live Freshwater Scuds (gammarus, sp) Qty-100, By Critters Direct Review: Recommended - Update: it’s has been 8 months since I ordered and the scuds are going strong— I bought 100 but I reckon I have many hundreds now. Some eventually hitched a ride into my newer 55 gallon shrimp tank and they breed like crazy so I now have a ridiculous amount of scuds now. I have not been able to prove that my puffers, guppies or bettas eat them so at this point they are just weird tiny little creatures flying around my shrimp tanks and hogging all the shrimp food. The only annoying thing is that they are so tiny and so plentiful that you can’t really have them in a tank that has any filter besides a sponge filter because they will get sucked into the other filters and then you have to figure out how to save their lives when you’re cleaning your filter. Original review: I didn't count them obviously but they were all alive and there were some detritus worms as well which is a bonus. If I could do anything different I would order more especially if you're getting these to put in a tank with livestock that would eat them (puffers, guppies, etc.). I love how active and fast they are. I know they act as a clean up crew and I kinda like their appearance more than all the bladder snails that clean up tanks. I made sure to have lots of plants, moss and places for them to hide so hopeful they can escape all the predators in my tanks and still do their clean up job. They're definitely the most expensive aquatic livestock I've ever bought so I definitely hope they can escape the fish. They are obvious to spot in a tank, not small like copepods. Expensive but I'll probably order again and just keep them in their own nano tank because having them in a tank with established other fish is stressful, I did a water change and siphoned the substrate and had to net them out. It arrived faster than the original estimate. Review: Great product and shipping - Was alive and healthy ## Features - SHIPPING ALERT: If your local temp is below 35 or above 85 degrees F your package will ship "HOLD FOR PICK UP" at your local post office. You will be notified where and when your package has shipped - You'll receive 100+ (combination of juveniles and adults) Freshwater Scuds ranging in length from 1/16” and up - Scuds breed rapidly and require no special food or water treatments - They’re omnivores feeding on left over fish food, algae, fish fesses and organic matter in and around their habitat - There are no better algae eaters than Scuds. They will quickly devour all algae in their habitat; LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE !!! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0C5DYCY8N | | ASIN | B0C5DYCY8N | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Best Sellers Rank | #26,096 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #248 in Aquarium Fish Food | | Brand Name | Critters Direct | | Color | Brown | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (161) | | Date First Available | June 9, 2022 | | Flavor | Seafood | | Item Form | Freshwater Scuds | | Item Package Weight | 16 ounces | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Manufacturer | Critters Direct | | Manufacturer | Critters Direct | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 100 | | Package Dimensions | 7 x 7 x 6 inches; 1 Pounds | | Size | 100 count | | Unit Count | 100.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Critters Direct - **Item Form:** Freshwater Scuds - **Item Weight:** 16 ounces - **Number of Pieces:** 100 - **Package Weight:** 16 ounces ## Images ![Critters Direct Live Freshwater Scuds (gammarus, sp) Qty-100 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61J-g673ckL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommended *by N***Y on April 9, 2025* Update: it’s has been 8 months since I ordered and the scuds are going strong— I bought 100 but I reckon I have many hundreds now. Some eventually hitched a ride into my newer 55 gallon shrimp tank and they breed like crazy so I now have a ridiculous amount of scuds now. I have not been able to prove that my puffers, guppies or bettas eat them so at this point they are just weird tiny little creatures flying around my shrimp tanks and hogging all the shrimp food. The only annoying thing is that they are so tiny and so plentiful that you can’t really have them in a tank that has any filter besides a sponge filter because they will get sucked into the other filters and then you have to figure out how to save their lives when you’re cleaning your filter. Original review: I didn't count them obviously but they were all alive and there were some detritus worms as well which is a bonus. If I could do anything different I would order more especially if you're getting these to put in a tank with livestock that would eat them (puffers, guppies, etc.). I love how active and fast they are. I know they act as a clean up crew and I kinda like their appearance more than all the bladder snails that clean up tanks. I made sure to have lots of plants, moss and places for them to hide so hopeful they can escape all the predators in my tanks and still do their clean up job. They're definitely the most expensive aquatic livestock I've ever bought so I definitely hope they can escape the fish. They are obvious to spot in a tank, not small like copepods. Expensive but I'll probably order again and just keep them in their own nano tank because having them in a tank with established other fish is stressful, I did a water change and siphoned the substrate and had to net them out. It arrived faster than the original estimate. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product and shipping *by N***Y on February 28, 2026* Was alive and healthy ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enough Scuds Arrived *by C***R on February 22, 2026* Many arrived dead, you can see in the photo that the bag has many dead scuds at the bottom. However, I still give it 5 stars, there are more than enough to make my own colony. The seller was meticulous and thorough with their packaging. The plastic bag they arrived in was made of material that allows the water to breathe, while not leaking. That bag was placed within a ziplock, then surrounded with paper, at the bottom was I believe a handwarmer, this was all within a insulated foil bubble wrap box. I honestly do not believe the seller could have done anything more to prevent the scuds that died during transit. I deposited some to my 75 gallon aquarium and the rest is in a 3 gallon tank to start my own colony. The ones that are alive are alive and seem to be thriving. Overall I am happy with my purchase. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/534868341-critters-direct-live-freshwater-scuds-gammarus-sp-qty-100](https://www.desertcart.us/products/534868341-critters-direct-live-freshwater-scuds-gammarus-sp-qty-100) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-06-07*