{"product_id":"api-quick-start-aquarium-nitrifying-bacteria-32-oz-for-freshwater-saltwater-tanks","title":"API Quick Start Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria, 32 oz for Freshwater \u0026 Saltwater Tanks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPI Quick Start is a 32 oz (946 mL) bottle of live nitrifying bacteria for starting freshwater or saltwater aquariums and helping maintain biological filtration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive, patented nitrifying bacteria — consumes ammonia and nitrite, compounds that can harm fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor new freshwater and saltwater aquariums — starts the aquarium cycle so fish can be added immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor established tanks, too — helps maintain an active biological filter and healthy water conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse when starting a tank, adding fish, or changing water or filter media — supports routine aquarium care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 oz (946 mL) bottle — provides a larger-format supply of aquarium bacteria treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmmonia and nitrite can build up from fish waste in a new aquarium, creating conditions associated with fish loss and new tank syndrome. API Quick Start is made to help manage these compounds as the tank cycle begins, and to support biological filtration in an established aquarium. It is intended for freshwater and saltwater aquarium use, giving fishkeepers a bacteria treatment for both tank types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does API Quick Start help when starting an aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts live nitrifying bacteria consume ammonia and nitrite as the aquarium cycle starts. API reports the bacteria are scientifically proven to do this, and the product allows immediate fish addition when starting a new aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmmonia and nitrite can accumulate from fish waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bacteria begin working on these compounds as the tank cycle starts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine use reduces compounds that are harmful to fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I use API Quick Start?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse API Quick Start when setting up a new aquarium, adding new live fish, or changing water or filter media. In an established aquarium, it also helps maintain an active biological filter, supporting healthy water conditions as part of ongoing tank care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor new aquarium setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen introducing new live fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring water or filter media changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich aquariums and fish is API Quick Start for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI Quick Start is made for freshwater and saltwater aquariums. API aquarium care products are designed for fish including tropical community fish, cichlids, and goldfish; use this bacteria treatment as directed for your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater aquarium use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaltwater aquarium use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for use in fish tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI Quick Start suits fishkeepers setting up a new aquarium, adding fish, or maintaining biological filtration in an established tank. Follow the product directions when using it. Its live nitrifying bacteria and freshwater-and-saltwater use make it a practical fit for supporting aquarium cycling and routine filter care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can API Quick Start be used in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. API Quick Start nitrifying bacteria is made for freshwater and saltwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: When should I use API Quick Start?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Use API Quick Start nitrifying bacteria when starting an aquarium, adding new live fish, or changing water or filter media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55662887240023,"sku":"B07BTMK57N","price":72.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/api-quick-start-bacteria-bottle-front.jpg?v=1793338898","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/api-quick-start-aquarium-nitrifying-bacteria-32-oz-for-freshwater-saltwater-tanks","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}