{"product_id":"brightwell-blackwater-clear-shrimp-safe-blackwater-conditioner-copy","title":"Brightwell FlorinBacter One | Shrimp Safe Tank Starter Bacteria","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"wrap_all\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"main\" class=\"all_colors\" data-scroll-offset=\"70\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"av_section_2\" class=\"avia-section av-3c0hhc-9f06ed54c45e8bf54d665d40a6f89168 main_color avia-section-large avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_section  avia-builder-el-last  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap fullsize\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container av-section-cont-open\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template-page content  av-content-full alpha units\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-2615\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-content-wrapper clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"av_textblock_section av-2w5nbs-c9144da2ce269ab19f2ab0be6c4bed22\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"avia_textblock\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"5\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSet up your new shrimp tank with \u003cstrong\u003eBrightwell Aquatics FlorinBacter One\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003eshrimp-safe, copper-free\u003c\/strong\u003e bacteria starter for freshwater shrimp, fish and planted aquariums. It seeds biological filtration in a new tank right away. It quickly lowers toxic \u003cstrong\u003eammonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e and helps prevent \u003cstrong\u003e“New Tank Syndrome,”\u003c\/strong\u003e which can be deadly to sensitive shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFlorinBacter One contains a selected blend of beneficial \u003cstrong\u003eaerobic and anaerobic bacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e plus natural enzymes. The bacteria work through both nitrification and denitrification to break down organic nitrogen, ammonia, nitrite and nitrate. It is especially helpful in \u003cstrong\u003eheavily stocked shrimp colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e and tanks with high fish populations, where waste builds up fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"5\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShrimp safe and copper free.\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated for shrimp tanks, planted aquariums and all freshwater setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds biological filtration right away.\u003c\/strong\u003e Starts the nitrogen cycle in new aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuickly lowers ammonia and nitrite\u003c\/strong\u003e through natural bacterial oxidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrevents New Tank Syndrome.\u003c\/strong\u003e Gives new shrimp and fish a safer start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces organic waste and nitrate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower nutrient levels mean clearer water, less odor, and fewer problems with nuisance algae and cyanobacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports high-density tanks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to busy shrimp breeding tanks and heavily stocked aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong shelf life.\u003c\/strong\u003e The bacteria are supplied dormant (“suspended animation”) so they stay viable longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResearch-based formula.\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed from extensive data compiled by microbiologists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"5\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClean, low-nutrient aquariums have clear water, no unpleasant smell, and little microalgae or cyanobacteria, because little nitrogen, phosphorus or carbon waste is available. Nutrient-rich tanks show the opposite and are harder to keep healthy. FlorinBacter One builds and supports the bacterial colonies that break down that waste, which improves water quality and the health of your shrimp, fish and plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bacteria starters do not replace regular partial water changes. Water changes are still needed to keep the essential elements your shrimp and fish rely on for long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"5\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: remove chlorine and chloramine first.\u003c\/strong\u003e Treat tap water with Brightwell ShrimpPrep or Erase-Cl before adding FlorinBacter One. Chlorine and chloramine kill the bacteria in this product. Do not use older sodium thiosulfate dechlorinators, because they do not remove chloramine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing the dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake the bottle well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix your dose with about 250 ml (8 fl oz) of aquarium water in a clean container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results, add the mixture to your external biological filter if you have one. Do not pour it into pump intake ports, because that can harm the bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you use a pipette below the water line, rinse it with fresh (preferably purified) water before returning it to the bottle so the product doesn’t get contaminated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew aquariums (cycling a tank):\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 2 ml (1 pump, or 2 threads on the cap) per US gallon. The minimum is 1 ml per US gallon. Turn off UV sterilizers and ozone for one day after dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 2 ml per 10 US gallons each week after setup, or switch to Brightwell FlorinBacter7. This keeps water clearer and supports the health of your tank’s inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuring medication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always dose FlorinBacter One during and after treatment with antibiotics or other medications to help restore beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the longest life and highest potency, refrigerate at about 50°F. The product can handle room temperature for short periods. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not freeze.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use within one year of purchase for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep out of reach of children. 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