{"product_id":"bulldawg-reef-juice-elite-live-phytoplankton","title":"Bulldawg Reef Juice Elite | 8-Species Live Phytoplankton for Reef Tanks","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBulldawg Reef Juice Elite is a premium 8-species live phytoplankton blend formulated to feed everything in your reef — from corals and clams to copepods, brine, rotifers, and other zooplankton. The 1.5 to 32 micron particle range covers every filter feeder in the tank, so nothing goes hungry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePairs perfectly with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/corals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecorals\u003c\/a\u003e and the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/salt-water\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esaltwater\u003c\/a\u003e lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eWhy Reef Juice Elite\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 live phytoplankton species\u003c\/strong\u003e — Nannochloropsis, Thalassiosira, Tisochrysis, Tetraselmis, Isochrysis, Chlorella, Nannochloris, and Chaetoceros\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5–32 micron particle range\u003c\/strong\u003e — sized to feed corals, clams, sponges, copepods, rotifers, brine, and other filter feeders\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoaded with omega-3s\u003c\/strong\u003e — rich in DHA, EPA, and ARA, plus high protein content (some species over 50%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef-safe nutrient export\u003c\/strong\u003e — phyto consumes nitrate and phosphate as it grows, helping keep numbers in check\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in 8 oz and 16 oz bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eDosing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 mL per 10 gallons, daily, for the first 2 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goal is 1–3 mL per gallon. Increase gradually while monitoring nitrate and phosphate to keep numbers stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shake daily and keep refrigerated between uses\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not for human consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eThe 8 Species\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNannochloropsis (Nanno)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2–5 microns. Green-pigmented golden\/brown algae. Rich in EPA and ARA, over 50% protein, plus B-vitamins and amino acids. Out-competes pest algae, binds heavy metals, and is a staple food for corals, clams, copepods, brine, and other zooplankton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThalassiosira\u003c\/strong\u003e — centric diatom. Excellent food for filter-feeding inverts and a key driver of healthy copepod populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTisochrysis \u0026amp; Isochrysis\u003c\/strong\u003e — small (~5 micron) golden-brown flagellates. High in DHA, the gold standard for larval fish, copepod culture, and SPS coral nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTetraselmis\u003c\/strong\u003e — 10–14 micron green flagellate. High protein, immune-boosting properties, and known to enhance growth rates in zooplankton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChlorella \u0026amp; Nannochloris\u003c\/strong\u003e — small green algae packed with chlorophyll, carotenoids, and protein. Workhorse species for general reef nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChaetoceros\u003c\/strong\u003e — chain-forming diatom up to 32 microns. Larger particles target clams, oysters, and larger filter feeders that smaller species miss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBulldawg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eReef Juice Elite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLive phytoplankton blend (8 species)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParticle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.5–32 microns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e8 oz, 16 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSaltwater (reef tanks)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRefrigerate; shake daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/corals\"\u003eCorals\u003c\/a\u003e — the primary beneficiary of broad-spectrum phyto\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\"\u003eOther reef foods\u003c\/a\u003e — pair with target-fed coral foods for full coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/additives-supplements\"\u003eAdditives \u0026amp; supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — amino acids and trace elements complement phyto\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/salt-mixes\"\u003eSalt mixes\u003c\/a\u003e — clean water changes are essential when dosing live foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I dose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDaily. Phytoplankton has a short useful life in the water column, so consistent daily dosing keeps a steady food supply for filter feeders rather than a feast-or-famine cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it raise my nitrates and phosphates?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe opposite, generally — live phyto consumes both as it grows. That said, dosing live foods adds bioload, so monitor your nitrate and phosphate weekly and adjust dose if numbers climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it stay good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRefrigerated and shaken daily, live phyto typically stays viable for 4–6 weeks from manufacture. Color shifting from green to yellow or any sour smell means it's time to replace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater compatible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — Reef Juice Elite is formulated for saltwater reef tanks. The species in this blend are marine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bulldawg","offers":[{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":48660904902875,"sku":"BD8OZE","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 oz","offer_id":48660904935643,"sku":"BD16OZE","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_9ab863b0-ecea-401a-bc21-c5a19106c12e.jpg?v=1777059630","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/bulldawg-reef-juice-elite-live-phytoplankton","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}