{"product_id":"brightwell-florinbacter7-shrimp-safe-aquarium-bacteria","title":"Brightwell FlorinBacter7 | Shrimp Safe Aquarium 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\"\u003eKeep your shrimp tank clean, clear and stable with \u003cstrong\u003eBrightwell Aquatics FlorinBacter7\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003eshrimp-safe, copper-free\u003c\/strong\u003e beneficial bacteria blend for freshwater shrimp, fish and planted aquariums. FlorinBacter7 combines non-pathogenic \u003cstrong\u003eaerobic and anaerobic bacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e with natural enzymes. Together they break down organic waste and quickly lower \u003cstrong\u003eorganic carbon, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate and phosphate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFlorinBacter7 goes beyond basic cycling. It digests uneaten food, waste and detritus right in the substrate, turning that waste back into nutrients that feed healthy plant growth. The result is \u003cstrong\u003eclearer water, less odor and a cleaner substrate without digging into it\u003c\/strong\u003e. That matters in shrimp tanks, where disturbing the substrate can stress your colony and release trapped waste. It is especially helpful in \u003cstrong\u003eheavily stocked shrimp colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e and busy community tanks.\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\u003eClearer water.\u003c\/strong\u003e A visible difference often appears within 30 minutes of dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess aquarium odor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuickly lowers organic carbon, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate and phosphate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleans the substrate without vacuuming.\u003c\/strong\u003e Digests uneaten food, waste, detritus and other organic buildup without disturbing the substrate bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeds your plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e Breaks organic compounds down into nutrients that encourage healthy plant growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps control nuisance algae.\u003c\/strong\u003e Limits how much phosphate is available to unwanted algae and cyanobacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreatly reduces hydrogen sulfide\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eraises dissolved oxygen\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds biological filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e in new 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. FlorinBacter7 speeds up nitrification, denitrification and the breakdown of organic waste. It fully remineralizes that waste, which improves water quality and supports healthier shrimp, fish and plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlorinBacter One or FlorinBacter7?\u003c\/strong\u003e FlorinBacter One focuses on cycling new tanks and lowering ammonia and nitrite. FlorinBacter7 does that too, and also breaks down organic waste and lowers nitrate and phosphate for ongoing tank maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beneficial bacteria 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\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, or medium- to high-nutrient tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 6 ml (3 pumps) per 10 US gallons daily for the first two weeks. The biggest improvement usually shows up in this period. Turn off UV sterilizers and ozone for 4 hours after each dose. After two weeks, switch to the low-nutrient dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStable, low-nutrient tanks (maintenance):\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 2 ml (1 pump, or 2 threads on the cap) per 8 US gallons once or twice a week. For best results, leave UV sterilizers and ozone off for 4 hours after dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen adding livestock or changing filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the medium- to high-nutrient dose daily for one week, then go back to the low-nutrient dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAdjust the dose based on the results you see. Heavy overdosing will not make the product work better or faster. The recommended doses come from extensive testing and give the best results in most aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chlorine and chloramine kill beneficial bacteria. Treat tap water with a dechlorinator that removes chloramine, such as Brightwell ShrimpPrep or Erase-Cl, before dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e No refrigeration is required, and the product handles room temperature. For the longest life and highest potency, refrigerate at about 50°F. \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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