{"product_id":"starter-bacteria","title":"Starter Bacteria","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eThe essential first step in establishing a healthy saltwater aquarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eWaterbox Starter Bacteria provides the vital foundation for a stable and thriving saltwater system. This concentrated formula introduces powerful strains of beneficial nitrifying bacteria that jump-start the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ebiological filtration process, converting harmful ammonia and nitrite into the less toxic byproduct nitrate. The result is a balanced ecosystem where your marine life can safely flourish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eDesigned for use during the initial setup, Starter Bacteria accelerates the establishment of the nitrogen cycle, helping new aquariums become biologically ready in a fraction of the time. We recommend using a fishless cycling method—adding a small amount of fish food as the waste source—allowing these bacteria to naturally colonize your rock, sand, and filtration media without causing harm or stress to livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e• Rapidly establishes the biological filtration needed for saltwater aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003e• Converts toxic ammonia and nitrite into safer nitrate\u003cbr data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e• Supports a smooth, fishless cycling process with no harm to livestock\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e• Shortens the time required before safely adding fish and corals\u003cbr data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e• Promotes long-term water quality and biological stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eWith consistent dosing and water testing, Waterbox Starter Bacteria ensures your system develops the microbial strength needed to maintain long-term water quality and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eDirections for Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eAdd 1 drop per 100 L (25 gal) daily for the first 14 days. Shake well before each use. Test water parameters regularly for ammonia and nitrite.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waterbox Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"50ml","offer_id":47599097151666,"sku":"G2500","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/5103\/3778\/files\/SarterSW.50.jpg?v=1781818837","url":"https:\/\/marenmarine.com\/products\/starter-bacteria","provider":"Maren Marine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}