Phytoplankton Culture?

fishfreak1242

Active Member
Ive heard and seen people culture their own phytoplankton and have no idea what it is. So my questions are what is phytoplankton, how do you culture it, and why would you use it in a tank?
 

patandlace

Active Member
Phytoplankton is microscopic floating plant life, it's used to feed corals and other inverts. I'm not sure how to culture it. I just buy it in the bottles. If you run a search on this site you should be able to find info on culturing it. I remember coming across a few threads on this subject.
 

mr_x

Active Member
all you need to do is use a small amount of phytofeast or some other brand, put it in a bucket of water with a powerhead, with a light,an airstone, and a spoon full of miracle grow. it's simple.
i really don't think you need it though, if your tank is established. i've not used it in years, and i see nothing failing.
 
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