{"product_id":"aquaforest-af-phyto-mix-250ml","title":"Aquaforest AF Phyto Mix 250mL","description":"\u003cp\u003eAquaforest AF Phyto Mix is a rich liquid food formulated mainly for soft corals, gorgonians, and non-photosynthetic (NPS) corals. It blends phytoplankton and zooplankton in a balanced ratio so corals get the proteins, fats, and carbohydrates they need, boosted with highly absorbable protein from shellfish. Small fish, shrimp, and other filter feeders eagerly take it too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeed it alongside the rest of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquaforest\"\u003eAquaforest\u003c\/a\u003e reef range and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/corals\"\u003ecorals\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #006064;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for soft corals and NPS.\u003c\/strong\u003e Targets soft corals, gorgonians, and non-photosynthetic corals that rely on captured food rather than light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced phyto and zooplankton.\u003c\/strong\u003e A blend of plant and animal plankton delivers a complete mix of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly absorbable protein.\u003c\/strong\u003e Enriched with shellfish-derived protein for efficient uptake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank-wide benefit.\u003c\/strong\u003e Also readily eaten by small fish, shrimp, and filter-feeding invertebrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #006064;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake well before each use. Target-feed corals with a pipette or turkey baster, or dose into a moderate-flow area of the tank where corals can capture it. Dim the lights and reduce flow briefly to help corals extend and feed. Start conservatively and adjust to your tank's bioload, and keep an eye on nutrients since any feeding adds to the system. Refrigerate after opening to keep it fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #006064;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAquaforest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e250 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eLiquid coral food (phyto and zooplankton)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSoft corals, gorgonians, NPS corals, filter feeders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #B2EBF2;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSaltwater \/ reef\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #006064;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore coral food and supplements from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquaforest\"\u003eAquaforest\u003c\/a\u003e range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft corals and NPS pieces from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/corals\"\u003ecorals\u003c\/a\u003e collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #006064;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat corals is it best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSoft corals, gorgonians, and non-photosynthetic corals benefit most, since they depend heavily on captured food. Many LPS and filter feeders enjoy it as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I feed it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nShake, then target-feed with a pipette or baster, or dose into the water column. Lowering flow and light briefly helps corals extend and capture the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it affect my water quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAny feeding adds nutrients, so start light and monitor nitrate and phosphate. Good skimming and maintenance keep things in balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need refrigeration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, refrigerate after opening to preserve freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaforest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48175534440667,"sku":"250797","price":10.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_bb7fde60-07c4-404c-a288-9b1835dcd92a.png?v=1769088354","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquaforest-af-phyto-mix-250ml","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}