{"title":"Bacteria","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sachem-stability","title":"Seachem Stability","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Seachem Stability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Stability is a natural biological management treatment for freshwater and marine systems that contains the beneficial bacteria required to remove toxins present in fish wastes and kick-start a filter. It is designed to prevent 'new tank syndrome' by quickly establishing the biological filtration capacity of your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bacterial culture is formulated specifically to rapidly and safely establish the aquarium biofilter in freshwater and marine systems and prevent the serious danger of fish death in a new aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Stability has been designed to boost biological filtration and contains a synergistic blend of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria which will kickstart the breakdown and eradication of waste matter, which can produce toxic hydrogen sulphide, ammonia, nitrite and nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStability is non-toxic and therefore safe for all aquatic organisms including aquatic plants. This means that you can't overdose Seachem Stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Seachem Stability be used in a freshwater aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the bacteria employed mean this treatment can be used in both freshwater and marine aquariums. It contains both nitrifying bacteria that break down ammonia and nitrite and denitrifying bacteria that break down nitrate into harmless nitrogen gas, as well as those that tackle toxic hydrogen sulfide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy Seachem Stability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seachem Stability range has several benefits over competing treatments. It is available in a wide variety of sizes, so you can pick the correct treatment for your aquarium. The treatment has been specifically designed to kickstart the cycling process in new and emptied aquariums and it directly counteracts 'new tank syndrome'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the best thing about the formula is the synergistic blend of facultative aerobic and anaerobic which facilitate the breakdown of waste organics, ammonia, nitrite and nitrate while remaining completely harmless to fish and other aquatic species. It can also be used as an emergency ammonia control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the correct dosage of Seachem Stability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse one capful for every 40 litres on the first day with a new aquarium. Then use one capful for every 80 litres daily for seven days. 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It's packed with live, nitrifying bacteria that will immediately get to work and jump start your tank's filtration system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy adding API Quick Start to a new aquarium, you'll limit toxic ammonia build-up and, in doing so, create a fish-safe environment. This means that you can add fish to a new aquarium straight away!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI Quick Start is suitable for use in both fresh and saltwater aquariums. It comes in several size options to suit your fishkeeping needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use this API Quick Start?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's recommended that you use API Quick Start whenever you set up a new aquarium. You should also use it after water changes, filter changes, and whenever you add new fish to your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo dose, simply add 10ml per 38L of water. API Quick Start can be dosed straight into your aquarium, or added to a bucket while you're performing a water change.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Api","offers":[{"title":"118ml","offer_id":49993120940360,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"237ml","offer_id":49993120973128,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"473ml","offer_id":49993121005896,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/1364\/7944\/files\/1_-_quick_start_1.webp?v=1741523704"},{"product_id":"api-start-up-pack","title":"Api Start Up Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPI¬Æ AQUARIUM START UP PACK contains two helpful treatments to make your water safe and livable for fish before adding them to your aquarium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAQUARIUM START UP PACK contains API STRESS COAT‚Ñ¢ water conditioner and API QUICK START‚Ñ¢ nitrifying bacteria to dechlorinate tap water and kick start the natural aquarium cycle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor use when changing water or adding fish for the first time. After dosing with these two products, your tank will be safe for your fish!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Api","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49993135096136,"sku":null,"price":7.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/1364\/7944\/files\/AQStartUp_Front_1727722225.png?v=1741524276"},{"product_id":"seachem-zip-bag-lge-mesh-19x17","title":"Seachem Zip Media Bag","description":"\u003ch1\u003eZip Bag\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list list-icons list-icons-style-3 list-icons\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine-Mesh Filter Bag with Zipper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrosion-proof zipper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 cm x 14 cm (12.5‚ x 5.5‚)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Strings or Ties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe Zip Bag‚ is a mesh bag for holding filtration media. It is available in a 32 cm x 14 cm (12.5‚ x 5.5‚) size , easily holds 1 litre of filtration media, and it comes with a convenient corrosion-resistant zipper. It is ideal for intermediate sized (larger than resins and sands) filtration media such as PhosGuard, MatrixCarbon, SeaGel, de‚nitrate, Renew, and Zeolite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wirral Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"LGE 19 x 17","offer_id":52459168956744,"sku":"AQ-8152","price":6.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"MED 12.5 x 5.5","offer_id":52459175674184,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"SML 12x5","offer_id":52459168989512,"sku":"AQ-8153","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/1364\/7944\/files\/210.jpg?v=1750383239"},{"product_id":"seachem-de-nitrate-500ml","title":"Seachem De Nitrate","description":"\u003cp\u003eDe nitrate‚ is an economical, natural, porous material with a pore distribution and geometry that promotes both aerobic nitrification within the first few millimetres of depth and anaerobic denitrification at the core. The material has a high surface area and supports a high density of bacteria. Although de nitrate‚ has capacity to trap nitrate, this, as with other nitrate retaining materials, such as certain zeolites and synthetic resins, is quite limited and the primary mechanism of nitrate removal is anaerobic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive rocks or reef rocks remove nitrate by anaerobic denitrification. de nitrate‚ removes nitrate by the same process. Efficiency is magnified several folds by forcing the water to filter through the porous de nitrate. As with reef rock, anaerobic conditions are achieved by the porosity and the depletion of oxygen by the aerobic process at the surface. Excessive flow rates should, therefore, be avoided, as they may impede development of an adequate anaerobic environment to support denitrifying bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe nitrate‚ is also an excellent media for aerobic nitrification and it makes an ideal biological filter in drip trays, canister filters, sumps, or even box filters. At high flow rates (greater than 100 US gallons per hour), it will function solely as an aerobic filter. At slow flow rates (less than 50 US gallons per hour), it will function as both an aerobic filter and an anaerobic denitrifying filter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wirral Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"250ML","offer_id":52459152212296,"sku":"AQ-47053","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ML","offer_id":52459152245064,"sku":"AQ-47054","price":4.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/1364\/7944\/files\/1000342880.webp?v=1773489194"},{"product_id":"seachem-safe-f-sw-250g","title":"Seachem Safe","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafe‚ is the complete and super-concentrated dry conditioner for both fresh and salt water. Safe‚ removes chlorine, chloramine and detoxifies ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate. It is non-acidic and will not impact pH. 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Unlike traditional nitrifying bacteria, this bacterial blend can adapt to harsh or low oxygen environments and continue to multiply and improve water conditions. Biopolymers produced by established bacterial colonies trap particulates and increase water clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wirral Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":52450301509960,"sku":"AQ-22802","price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"325ML","offer_id":52450301575496,"sku":"AQ-22804","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ML","offer_id":52450301608264,"sku":"AQ-22805","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ML","offer_id":52450301641032,"sku":"AQ-22806","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ML","offer_id":53056655130952,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/1364\/7944\/files\/1000341936.jpg?v=1770691846"},{"product_id":"seachem-sure-start-pack-3x100ml","title":"Seachem Sure Start Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSureStart‚ conditioners pack combines 3 of Seachem's top-selling items, Prime, Stability, and Pristine, into one convenient pack. Each plays an important role in initial set-up and maintenance of any aquarium. Its great for any aquarist but is ideal for the beginner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"mt-xlg\"\u003ePrime\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrime is the complete and concentrated conditioner for both fresh and saltwater. Prime removes chlorine, chloramine and detoxifies ammonia. Prime converts ammonia into a safe, non-toxic form that is readily removed by the tanks bio filter. Prime may be used during tank cycling to alleviate ammonia\/nitrite toxicity. Prime detoxifies nitrite and nitrate, allowing the bio filter to more efficiently remove them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"mt-xlg\"\u003eStability\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStability will rapidly and safely establish the aquarium bio filter in freshwater and marine systems, thereby preventing the #1 cause of fish death: \"new tank syndrome\". 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The conditions necessary for their growth and development fall into a very narrow range of temperatures, pH, organic loads, etc. When any of these parameters are not strictly within the proper range, the bacterial culture quickly crashes and dies. seed‚ does not contain any of these short-lived bacteria. The species of bacteria in seed are a unique blend, specifically developed for hardiness and their ability to adapt to a wide variety of environmental conditions. The strains thrive in both fresh and saltwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eseed contains both nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria, a blend found in no other product. 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Condition tap water with Tetra AquaSafe. 2. Shake well and add 5 ml per 6 litres of aquarium water. Recommended water temperature: Min. 20 °C. 3. Introduce a moderate number of fish – consult your retailer for details. 4. Feed restricted amounts during the first two weeks using a product such as TetraMin. A sufficient oxygen supply also helps to create a biologically active environment. Note: Store at room temperature. Ideal storage temperature: 8°C. 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