API® QUICK START nitrifying bacteria allows for the instant addition of fish, as it immediately starts the natural aquarium cycle with beneficial bacteria, which converts toxic ammonia into nitrite, then into harmless nitrate to help prevent fish loss in your tank. Best for use when starting a new aquarium, after water changes and filter changes, and when adding new fish to an existing aquarium.
API QUICK START nitrifying bacteria may be used in both fresh and saltwater aquariums.
Utilising unique, patented nitrifying bacteria, Quick Start is scientifically proven to quickly consume ammonia and nitrite to help prevent new tank syndrome, and allows for the instant addition of fish to an aquarium*
Use Quick Start when;
- Changing the tanks water
- Adding new fish
- After changing filter media
*when all necessary conditions are met, including proper pH and water temperature, effective filtration & the addition of a water conditioner, such as Stress Coat, to remove chlorine/chloramines.