Tetra phytoplankton – live culture

Live Tetraselmis Phytoplankton – 1 Litre

Premium Motile Marine Microalgae for Reef Aquariums & Live Food Enrichment

Freshly cultured and packed to order for maximum cell density, vitality, and nutritional value.

Tetraselmis (Tetraselmis chui) is a large, motile, green marine phytoplankton species
prized for its exceptional nutritional profile and natural swimming action,
which actively stimulates feeding in zooplankton and filter-feeding invertebrates.

Why Choose Tetraselmis Over Nannochloropsis?

• Larger cell size (~10–14 µm) – an ideal prey size for copepods, rotifers, and bivalves.
• Motile (swimming) cells – flagella-driven movement attracts predators and increases
  feeding response.
• Rich nutritional profile – high in protein, essential amino acids, vitamins, and
  beneficial fatty acids (including DHA and EPA), providing superior enrichment for live foods.
• Thin cell wall – easier to digest than tougher-walled species such as Nannochloropsis,
  improving nutrient uptake.

Why It Costs More

• Slower growth rate – longer culture cycles compared to Nannochloropsis.
• More delicate cultures – greater care is required to avoid crashes during growth
  and storage.
• Lower yield per batch – resulting in a premium-quality phytoplankton with higher
  nutritional value per dose.

Ideal For

• Boosting the nutritional value of live foods such as copepods, rotifers, and Artemia
• Feeding filter-feeding corals, including gorgonians, bivalves, and feather dusters
• Increasing biodiversity and micro-life in marine reef aquariums

You Will Receive

• 1 litre of live Tetraselmis phytoplankton, freshly harvested and packed
• Sealed, food-safe bottle to preserve freshness during transit

Usage & Storage

Shake well before use. Dose directly into the aquarium or use to enrich live foods.
Store refrigerated (do not freeze) and use within 2–3 weeks for best results.