Description

Marine MicroMagic 5 Species Subscription is a highly nutritious blend of 5 live microalgae species that is suitable for most reef invertebrates.

The new and improved formula of this wide spectrum feed offers a broad particle size range (1-35 microns). It also includes a complete omega-3 profile, to cater for most filter-feeders through all developmental stages.

Why is phytoplankton important?

Phytoplankton and algae are the foundation of the aquatic food chain. They convert inorganic nutrients such as nitrates, phosphates, and sulphur into proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. zooplankton, small fish, shellfish and crustaceans love to eat phytoplankton. Therefore microalgae are the ultimate source of food and energy for other organisms in aquatic ecosystems.

Who is MicroMagic Marine phytoplankton for?

Filter feeders that rely directly on phytoplankton include bivalves like clams, scallops, mussels, and oysters. Other species that rely on phytoplankton are: soft corals, feather dusters, cleaner shrimp, and zooplankton. Hence, MicroMagic is a great nutritional source of food for most invertebrate filter feeders in your reef aquarium.

Others who heavily benefit from MicroMagic in your tank are the secondary consumers: your fish and everything else that feeds on zooplankton. Zooplankton fed and enriched with microalgae, is packed with nutrients and pigments that get transferred to your fish when eaten.

Benefits of Marine MicroMagic 5 Species Subscription:

In addition to being an excellent feed, MicroMagic live phytoplankton removes excess nutrients by actively seeking out and consuming the Nitrates and Phosphates in your aquarium before they can contribute to nuisance algae growth.

In contrast, processed (dead) feeds only add to the nutrient load by starting to decompose straight away. This means that with continued use of MicroMagic phytoplankton you get fewer algae, crystal clear water, more copepods, and vibrant coral! Continued use of MicroMagic will also stabilize pH in your tank.

What’s in Marine MicroMagic 5 Species Subscription?

MicroMagic is formulated with 5 of some of the most popular microalgae strains used in aquaculture facilities worldwide- Nannochloropsis, Tetraselmis, Tisochrysis, Pavlova and Phaeodactylum. They are all good in their own way. However, only together do they make a complete source of essential fatty and amino acids, vitamins and carotenoids.

NANNO

Nannochloropsis oculata – non-flagellated yellow-green alga; cell size 1-5 microns

Nannochloropsis is a valuable feed in aquaculture providing polyunsaturated fatty acids, essential vitamins, amino acids and photosynthetic pigments. In particular, the omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is produced in relatively high concentrations. It also consumes several nitrogen waste compounds including ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates.

TETRA

Tetraselmis sp- green alga with 4 flagella; cell size 6-14 microns

With a rich and varied amino/ fatty acid profile, this strain provides a very nutritional feed for your marine life. Recent studies have shown that Tetraselmis sp possesses significant antimicrobial properties and can therefore help control the bacterial load and reduce the number of pathogenic bacteria (e.g. Vibrio, Staphylococcus) in your tank.

T-ISO

Tisochrysis lutea: golden-brown Biflagellate; cell size 4-6 microns

T. lutea is one of the most widely used phytoplankton species in commercial aquaculture due to its high content of polyunsaturated fatty acids such as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and carotenoid fucoxanthin (pigment found in brown algae). This plays a key role in health, development and resilience of aquatic organisms. T-ISO is an excellent feed for enriching zooplankton like rotifers, copepods and brine and is equally loved by bivalves.

PAV

Pavlova lutheri (also Diacronema lutheri)- golden-brown Biflagellate; cell size 4-6 microns

This microalgal species is characterized by a high content of polyunsaturated fatty acids, especially EPA and DHA which are essential for marine animals and is widely used in bivalve hatcheries.

PHAEO

Phaeodactylum tricornutum- yellow-brown pennate diatom, cell length up to 35 microns

PHAEO is rich in carbohydrates and carotenoid fucoxanthin and like other diatoms, consumes silicates, restricting the growth of harmful algae and bacteria and reducing the cycle time of your tank.

What makes PHAEO special is its ability to build a silica-free frustule. This means that it can survive and keep consuming excess nutrients even in a silica-limited or -depleted tank. In addition, PHAEO can tolerate iron deficiency which is common in reef aquariums.

Usage Directions for Marine MicroMagic 5 Species:

Add 5ml per 40L 3-4 times per week for the first week. Increase by 2ml each week for three weeks, and then adjust as needed.

Tips:

• You can spot-feed corals and inverts
• Use with Aquatic Live Food’s live zooplankton
• Gradually increase MicroMagic dose

Storage

• Store in the fridge
• Is best when used within 7-14 days
• Do not freeze
• Tip: You can shake the bottle often to prolong the shelf life

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