{"product_id":"glasgarten-bacter-ae-shrimp-aquarium-biofilm-additive-140-g-micro-powder","title":"GlasGarten Bacter AE Shrimp Aquarium Biofilm Additive, 140 g Micro Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlasGarten Bacter AE is a 140 g micro-powder additive for freshwater shrimp aquariums, designed to develop biofilm and provide shrimp and their offspring with a continuing food source.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicroorganisms, amino acids and enzymes — adds these components to the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiofilm development — creates the biofilm shrimp, especially young shrimp, need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein-rich biofilm — provides a continuing food source for shrimp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProbiotic bacteria — support nutrient absorption and help regulate digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacterial cultures activate on contact with water — begin working in the aquarium when added.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFreshwater shrimp and their offspring rely on biofilm as part of their available food. Bacter AE is made for shrimp aquariums where developing that biofilm is a priority, including tanks with young shrimp. Its added microorganisms, amino acids and enzymes are also intended to support aquarium water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is GlasGarten Bacter AE designed to do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGlasGarten Bacter AE develops biofilm and supplies components that support shrimp feeding and digestion. The biofilm provides a continuously available, protein-rich food source, which is intended to support young shrimp survival and healthy development. Probiotic bacteria in the formula support nutrient absorption and help regulate digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for freshwater shrimp aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiofilm is especially relevant to shrimp offspring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much Bacter AE should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a 120-litre aquarium, choose a low, normal or high dose based on the feeding level you want to provide. The directions recommend beginning with half the dose for the first week.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow: once daily, 1\/2 tablespoon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal: once daily, 1 tablespoon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh: twice daily, 1 spoon per feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne tablespoon is approximately 0.5 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the dose schedule as a guide for the stated 120-litre aquarium volume. The first-week half-dose recommendation provides a gradual start before moving to the chosen routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included, and how does the powder activate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach container holds 140 g of Bacter AE and includes a spoon. The bacterial cultures are in a resting state and activate immediately when they come into contact with water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormula components include amino acids and enzymes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe listed ingredients include xylan, glucan, amylase, protease, hemicellulase, Bacillus subtilis and Pediococcus acidilactici (Lactobacillus).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBacter AE suits freshwater shrimp keepers who want to encourage biofilm for shrimp and offspring while adding microorganisms, amino acids and enzymes to the aquarium. Its 140 g format, included spoon and dose directions for 120 litres make it a defined micro-powder option for shrimp tanks focused on biofilm and food availability.\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: How much GlasGarten Bacter AE should I use for a 120-litre aquarium?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: For 120 litres, GlasGarten Bacter AE directions give 1\/2 tablespoon once daily for a low dose, 1 tablespoon once daily for normal, or 1 spoon twice daily for high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What does GlasGarten Bacter AE do for shrimp?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: GlasGarten Bacter AE is designed to develop biofilm, providing a continuing protein-rich food source for shrimp and especially their offspring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"GlasGarten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55660861718871,"sku":"B0D6W57FJ3","price":51.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/glasgarten-bacter-ae-package-front.jpg?v=1793328626","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/glasgarten-bacter-ae-shrimp-aquarium-biofilm-additive-140-g-micro-powder","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}