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Live Nannochloropsis Phytoplankton

SKU: AK-LF-P-NANN-500
$30.00
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Live Marine Phytoplankton — Australian Grown

Live marine phytoplankton, cultured locally in our Aquaculture Kings lab and shipped fresh across Australia. This 500mL bottle of live Nanno...

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Live marine phytoplankton, cultured locally in our Aquaculture Kings lab and shipped fresh across Australia. This 500mL bottle of live Nannochloropsis is the simplest way to feed marine phytoplankton straight into your reef — corals, copepods, clams and filter feeders all benefit. Reef-ready marine phytoplankton with no preservatives, no additives, ready to dose from the bottle the day it lands.

Feed your reef with live Nannochloropsis and support the life that depends on it. Ideal for filter feeders and pods, this hardy microalgae helps keep your tank balanced and full of activity. It's a simple, effective way to boost biodiversity and maintain better water quality.

Benefits of Nannochloropsis (500mL):

  • Rich in EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) – essential omega-3 fatty acid for marine life

  • Supports copepods, rotifers, sponges, clams, and other filter feeders

  • Helps reduce excess nutrients (nitrate and phosphate)

  • Improves microfauna populations and pod reproduction

  • Completely non-motile – stays suspended longer, ideal for slow feeders

  • Cultured under sterile conditions, no preservatives or additives

NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Live Marine Phytoplankton (Nannochloropsis)

Live marine phytoplankton cultured fresh in our Australian lab. The foundation of any healthy reef tank, ready to dose straight from the bottle.

Live marine phytoplankton is the foundation of every healthy reef tank. Aquaculture Kings' Nannochloropsis is a strain of marine microalgae that forms the base of oceanic food webs. These tiny powerhouses produce over 70% of the world's oxygen and serve as the primary food source for corals, copepods, clams and countless other marine organisms in your reef ecosystem. Each 500mL bottle of live marine phytoplankton ships fresh from our Australian lab, ready to dose straight from the bottle the day it lands.

Reef Tank Nutrition

Provides essential nutrition for corals, fish, and invertebrates. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, proteins, and vital nutrients that promote vibrant colors and healthy growth in your reef inhabitants.

Oxygen Production

Generates oxygen through photosynthesis, contributing to the dissolved oxygen levels in your aquarium. This microscopic algae produces more oxygen than all terrestrial plants combined.

Food Chain Foundation

Forms the base of the marine food web, supporting zooplankton, small fish, and filter-feeding organisms. Essential for maintaining a balanced and thriving reef ecosystem.

Growth Chart (Nannochloropsis)

A useful colour chart showing growth milestones specific to this strain of phytoplankton.

Growing
Harvest
Dying
Dead

Dosage Calculator

Base Dosage
10 ml per 100 L
Application

Add 10 mL per 100L (26 gallons) daily or as needed.

Dose directly to a refugium or high-flow area for best results.

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Note: Always start with the recommended dosage. Monitor your aquarium parameters and adjust as needed.

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