Live Phytoplankton - Six Species Blend
Live Phytoplankton - Six Species Blend
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Live phytoplankton is the basic building block of the ocean food chain. It adds biodiversity to your tank and feeds corals, clams, copepods and other filter feeders. The copepods and other microfauna which feed on our live phytoplankton will in turn become food for your fish and corals. Live phytoplankton, and the microfauna it supports, contribute greatly to the health and stability of your reef.
Our live phytoplankton blend contains six different strains of phyto to provide balanced and well rounded nutrition for your tank’s inhabitants. Corals are like all other animals - they need a wide variety of minerals, vitamins, and fatty acids for optimal health. Simply feeding one or two species of phytoplankton won’t provide the diversity of nutrients that our six species blend offers.
We recommend checking out our dosing guide to determine how much and frequently to dose for your unique needs. Our phytoplankton should be stored in the refrigerator and given a gentle shake every couple days. If stored like this, it should last at least two months.
Buy With Confidence
Shopping for live goods online can be stressful, but we use best-in-industry shipping practices such as biodegradable styrofoam boxes, checking your weather and including heat/ice packs as needed, and sending all orders with UPS two day shipping. If anything goes wrong, we have your back with our completely hassle-free, no-questions-asked Dinkins Delivery Guarantee.
Don't take our word for it - check out our reviews section to see what other reefers are saying!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you guys really ship in this summer heat?
Absolutely! We Ship for Survival year-round, using UPS two day shipping, styrofoam boxes, and an iron-clad live delivery guarantee. We also offer the option to pick your own delivery date.
Why should I buy phytoplankton from Dinkins Aquatic Gardens?
There are many excellent suppliers of live phytoplankton on the market. The main thing that sets us apart from the crowd is our focus on quality and customer service.
In terms of quality, we offer some of the darkest phytoplankton and densest phytoplankton on the market. We also pride ourselves on our award-winning customer service: the Dinkins Difference. Every order of live phytoplankton is fully backed by the Dinkins Delivery Guarantee.
How much live phytoplankton should I buy?
Deciding how much live phytoplankton to buy depends on your tank size and use case. Please see this page for specific recommendations.
How do I dose live phytoplankton?
Deciding how much live phytoplankton to dose is going to depend on a few different factors. Please see our dosing guide for detailed recommendations.
How long does live phytoplankton last?
Live phytoplankton should be stored in the refrigerator before and between uses. Shake it every couple of days to prevent settling, and it should last two months or longer. If it doesn't, please contact us and we'll replace any unused product free of charge as part of our Dinkins Delivery Guarantee.
What do I do if my live phytoplankton starts to smell?
Our live phytoplankton is a blend of six different species, and several of those species can release very "smelly" chemicals over time. A bad smell isn't necessarily a problem.
To determine if your phytoplankton has gone bad, leave the cap off for about an hour (to let built-up odors dissipate) and then smell it. Phytoplankton which is still good may smell like grass, ocean, cooked broccoli, seafood, or a sickly-sweet pungent smell.
If your phytoplankton is going bad, it will smell like rotten eggs or rotting skimmate. Please discontinue dosing and contact us - if you bought your live phytoplankton from us in the last two months then it qualifies for free replacement under our Dinkins Delivery Guarantee!
I bought some pods and a half gallon of phyto and within two weeks, my 50 gallon tank was teeming with pods. They were very active and absolutely everywhere on the glass. The corals are once again popping in color and growth, having been moved from another tank. I can't say enough good about Dinkins phyto and their pods. I've gotten them elsewhere before, but there is no competition. DINKINS IS TOP NOTCH.
Arrived hot and smelly. Dod not receive a response back wjen emailed asking for replacement
Fast shipping. High quality phytoplankton. Amazing customer service.
Super super super dense!!!
Best phyto on the market
This has to be the darkest phyto I've ever received. definitely good stuff
Best of the Best!
I am new to trying phyto and they were absolutely excellent. From the start to finish they remained in contact and made it simple. Also I am starting to see my rock flowers colors pop more. Not sure if it's because of the phyto I have been using now or what. But loving it. Will continue to use.
A+ thank you!
Copepods and phyto arrived in a nice timely manner. I'm thinkin dinkins
Their customer service is top notch, quick delivery and awesome coloration on their phyto.
Great product. I highly recommend.
Great quality. Very fresh. Best of all is customer service
Good stuff
Great!
Excellent product. Buy with confidence
Best Phyto around and the customer service is 5 star
Great product, but even better customer support!
All good as usual
Love this stuff add a little every couple of days
Amazing products and amazing customer service.
They delivered on time and packing was perfect
They even add a thank you note. Such a nice touch
Always well packaged, and great customer service the owners are great people
Green gravy from the ocean Gods! 💚
Wonderful and dark
Great product! Arrived quickly and the package was in perfect condition!
Super dense, cold and fast shipping!
Shipping was fast, phyto was cold and super dense. Will definitely buy from them again!
Wick shipment
Nicely packed. A lot of pods
Excellent product. Nice and dark, and concentrated. Excellent customer service and speedy shipping from Dinkins! They have a new customer because they go above and beyond.
Great product at a reasonable price
Great product and company.
Excellent product 
Fast shipping, extra care taken when packing A+ company