{"title":"Live Phytoplankton","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"nannochloropsis","title":"Nannochloropsis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive your reef tank a natural nutrition boost with our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16oz live Nannochloropsis phytoplankton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a powerhouse microalgae trusted by hobbyists for feeding pods, corals, and filter feeders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis dense, vibrant green culture is packed with essential fatty acids (especially EPA), making it ideal for supporting copepod reproduction, enhancing coral health, and maintaining a balanced marine ecosystem. Grown in clean, controlled conditions, each bottle is fresh, active, and ready to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Get:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16oz (473mL) live Nannochloropsis phytoplankton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-density culture (rich green color = more cells per dose)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshly harvested and bottled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy It Works:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent food source for copepods \u0026amp; rotifers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports coral growth and coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for clams, feather dusters, and other filter feeders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps stabilize and enrich your reef environment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShake well before use. Dose directly into your aquarium or culture system daily. Start with small amounts and adjust based on tank size and livestock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefrigerate immediately. Best used within 2–4 weeks for peak freshness and nutritional value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K\u0026Y's Blue Bayou","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":46088316125337,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/1639\/0553\/files\/Photoroom-20260519_54227_PM.jpg?v=1779230578"},{"product_id":"tetraselmis","title":"Tetraselmis","description":"\u003cp\u003eHigh in EPA\/fatty acids, \u003cem\u003eTetraselmis C.\u003c\/em\u003e is a well-rounded unicellular plankton used to feed a wide variety of aquatic life. It has a considerably larger cell structure (approx 15 micron) compared to that of Nannochloropsis (2-4 micron). It is consumed by clams, corals, brine shrimp and many other organisms that can be found in nature and the common home reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K\u0026Y's Blue Bayou","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":46088319369369,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/1639\/0553\/files\/Photoroom-20260519_53937_PM.jpg?v=1779230447"},{"product_id":"tisochrysis-lutea","title":"Tisochrysis lutea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive T-Isochrysis lutea Phytoplankton – 16oz (473mL) – Premium Reef \u0026amp; Hatchery Feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpgrade your feeding routine with our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16oz live T-Isochrysis lutea phytoplankton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a golden-brown microalgae prized for its exceptional nutritional profile and performance in reef tanks and breeding systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich in DHA (an essential fatty acid critical for larval development), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eT-Isochrysis lutea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a top-tier feed for copepods, rotifers, bivalves, and delicate filter feeders. 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data-end=\"1619\"\u003e16oz Starter copepod culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q2tu6q\" data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e16oz phytoplankton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eGrowth Pack (Most Popular 🔥)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"evi5l7\" data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eMedium brine shrimp portion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dg1x14\" data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e32oz copepod culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oh56z1\" data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e32oz phytoplankton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eBreeder Pack (Best Value 💰)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1suovfv\" data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eLarge brine shrimp portion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3c3lgd\" data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e48oz high-density copepod culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r2g5vv\" data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003e64oz half gallon phyto\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e🚚 Shipping:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m6wy1w\" data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eShipped fresh, carefully packed, and insulated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e86tfh\" data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003eTimed to ensure live arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dssqhb\" data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eLive arrival guarantee included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e⚠️ Care Tips:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uxynj9\" data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eAdd phytoplankton regularly to sustain pods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9x4ril\" data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eStore live foods in a cool, stable environment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8q80qi\" data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eUse brine shrimp within a few days for best results\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1twd2ss\" data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003e🔥 Bonus Tip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eUse this bundle weekly to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003eseed and maintain your tank\u003c\/strong\u003e, not 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