PETS Densetsu no Ghost Shrimp - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» What the Japanese call "Ghost Shrimp" is better known as "Brine Shrimp" or in some circles, "Sea Monkeys." The shrimp have been in existence for ages and in that time, they've developed a technique to ensure that their kind survives drought and dead lake beds. Brine shrimp eggs can survive in desiccated condition for years until rain replenishes the lakes with life giving water. Brine shrimp can reach adulthood within a week's time where they undergo little over a dozen molts to rid themselves of aging exoskeletons that they've outgrown.
Epoch starts preorders for sets of Brine Shrimp kits which consist of three packets as follows: saline for conditioning the water, brine shrimp eggs, and food. A little instruction booklet and a combination magnifying glass/scoop are also included to get started with raising brine shrimps. Preorders are welcome to ship in June 2010 at US$15.90 for the complete set of four "Ghost Shrimp" kits.

Ghost Shrimp Gashapon - Preorder, Ships May 2008

Japanese manufacturer Epoch opened up preorders for capsule toy kits that they translated as "Ghost Shrimp" but the creatures in the product photo are actually Brine Shrimp. Each kit includes a packet of salt, brine shrimp eggs, and algae-based food. To help users handle the powdery contents of each packet, a little spoon that's connected to a magnifying glass is also bundled. Instructions (in Japanese) offer basic details on caring for the shrimp and raising them to adulthood.
Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late May 2008 at US$7.50 per kit which includes shipping by USPS Media Mail within the United States.