Sea-Monkeys are a type of tiny brine shrimp created by scientists in the 50s. These sci-fi creatures' eggs are held in a kind of suspended animation called Cryptobiosis until you activate them in your Sea-Monkeys aquarium using the kit provided with every tank. Sea-Monkeys are an educational living science experiment that kids and adults have loved ever since they were created. Activating the eggs is a valuable opportunity to learn from seeing biology in action, and fascinating to watch for all ages. Once your Sea-Monkeys hatch you will be able to observe their full life cycle in real time, watching them grow as you feed them. Sea-Monkeys are a great present for children who want a pet. Your kids will learn the importance of caring for living things and their environment, all on a manageable scale. How to Create the Perfect Sea-Monkeys Habitat - Tips for Sea-Monkeys Owners Here are our top tips for getting the most out of your Sea-Monkeys: 1. Water temperature- It is vital that you refer to the temperature chart on the instruction leaflet, the colder the water the longer it will take for your Sea-Monkeys eggs to hatch. The ideal temperature for the fastest hatching is between 24 and 27 degree Celsius. 2. Egg anatomy- All Sea-Monkeys eggs vary in shell thickness, therefore those with thinner shells hatch faster and those with thicker shells take longer. This is natural biological variation. 3. Healthy light- Place your tank in a north-facing window so that it gets light, but not directly in sunlight. This will help algae to grow which the Sea-Monkeys eat. 4. Feeding- Feed your Sea-Monkeys only when the water is clear, too much food will cause them to suffocate. 5. Evaporation- If you notice the water level decreasing in your tank refill with bottled drinking water which is at the same temperature as the tank water. 6. Help! If your Sea Monkeys experience falls short of your expectations please contact our customer services team and they will be happy to help you.