{"product_id":"brightwell-aquatics-microvore-microdiet-for-planktivorous-f","title":"Brightwell Aquatics Microvore - Microdiet for Planktivorous F","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t• Suspension of particulate, microencapsulated\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tmarine proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates fortified\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\twith complex and free-form amino and fatty acids,\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tand vitamins important to immune system function.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t• Appropriate for feeding many LPS, zooxanthellate,\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tand azooxanthellate soft corals, as well as\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tgorgonians, anemones, and other solitary and\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tcolonial polyps, particularly at night when tentacles\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tare extended to maximize chances of prey-capture.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t• Readily eaten by a multitude of reef-associated\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tfishes known to feed on zooplankton and food\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tparticles drifting in the water column, including\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tanemonefishes, basslets and pseudochromids,\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tanthias, damselfishes and chromis, pygmy\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tangelfishes, cardinalfishes, dartfishes, jawfishes,\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\thawkfishes, wrasse, and many surgeonfishes.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t• Does not require refrigeration.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t• Formulated by a marine scientist.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eTechnical Background\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tAs pristine and �clear\" as the waters flowing over tropical reefs may appear to the casual observer, closer examination reveals an abundance of zooplankton and suspended particulate organic material that is ever present (though the abundance may change on a temporal basis, particularly at night), and is an extremely important source of food to reef ecosystems, as a whole. These microorganisms and particulates are preyed and fed upon, respectively, by a multitude of fishes and sessile invertebrates regularly seen in the marine aquarium hobby.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tBrightwell Aquatics Micrōvore effectively replicates the presence of zooplankton and particulates so natural to reef fishes and suspension-feeding invertebrates such as corals and tube worms. Equally important, Micrōvore is an ideal blend of marine-derived nutrients required for long-term health, growth, and coloration of the reef fishes and invertebrates that feed upon it. Furthermore, it is a useful aid in encouraging zooplanktivorous fishes, such as anthias, to begin eating after addition to aquaria.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tMicrōvore does not require refrigeration, however storage in a cool, shaded area will prolong the activity of the vitamins. Refrigeration will maximize the shelf-life of the product.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eInstructions and Guidelines:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tShake product well before using. Turn protein skimmer and other forms of mechanical filtration off prior to adding Micrōvore to aquaria, and allow 10 - 15 minutes after use before resuming operation of filtration.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tTarget Feeding (corals): Target feeding may be carried out with a lengthy piece of rigid air tubing, plastic syringe, pipette, dropper, or similar device; suck a portion of Micrōvore into the feeding device, then slowly discharge the contents of the device 2 - 4\" upstream of the target organism(s). Repeat these steps as deemed necessary. Do not place items that have been exposed to aquarium water inside this container without first thoroughly rinsing them (inside and outside) with fresh water; failure to do so will contaminate the product and encourage it to decompose. See 'Notes' below regarding maximum recommended feeding amount. Most zooxanthellate corals extend their tentacles at night, when the majority of coralivorous and zooplanktivorous fishes are asleep and the abundance of zooplankton in the water column passing over and through the reef is at its greatest. Therefore, the most sensible time to feed Micrōvore to corals is after all lights in the aquarium have been off (preferably for at least one- to two-hours) and the room is dark. Using a dim flashlight, illuminate the area immediately upstream of the coral to be fed, then feed as directed above.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tBroadcast Dispersal (primarily for feeding fishes): Add up to 2.5 ml (+-capful) per 50 gallons of water in the entire aquarium system in an area of rapid water movement every other day for the first four weeks of use; thereafter, the dosage may be gradually increased if desired. Notes: Micrōvore should be considered a type of food. Add no more than 5 ml total of liquid food suspensions per 50 gallons of water in the entire aquarium system daily for the first four weeks of use; thereafter, the dosage may be gradually increased as desired. Starting out at a low dosage and gradually increasing it with time will allow the biological filtration in the aquarium to adjust to the increase in nutrients and prevent water quality from deteriorating.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eCaution:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tKeep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eGuaranteed Analysis:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tMoisture (max) 92%, protein (min) 4.8%, lipid (min) 1.4%, fiber (min) 0.04%, ash (max) 1.2%.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tPurified water, marine fish protein and oils, ascorbic acid, complex and free-form amino and fatty acids.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brightwell Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41721712279598,"sku":"BW-MIV250","price":11.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/4276\/8686\/files\/3538.jpg?v=1765980817","url":"https:\/\/mattscorals.com\/products\/brightwell-aquatics-microvore-microdiet-for-planktivorous-f","provider":"Matt's Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}