{"product_id":"nt-labs-filter-bugs-2-5l","title":"NT Labs Filter Bugs 2.5L","description":"\u003cp\u003eUse when establishing a new filter, at the beginning of the pond season in spring, or when ammonia or nitrite are elevated. Filter Bugs is an easy-to use liquid formulation, containing a blend of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eNitrosomonas, Nitrobacter, Nitrospira\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand supporting bacterial cultures.These bacteria will repopulate your filter with nitrifying organisms to ensure efficient biological filtration and perfect, stable water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest your water using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNT Labs Test Kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure out the required amount of Filter Bugs and add directly to the biological media within the filter. Switch off UV filtration for at least 24 hours after adding Filter Bugs to allow the nitrifying bacteria to colonise the filter and the pond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter Bugs should be added immediately after a substantial water change or pond clean, at the beginning of the pond season, after using a medicinal treatment or adding new fish, and whenever there is a detectable concentration of ammonia or nitrite in the water. Filter Bugs can be added once per week, or more often if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter Bugs can be used when\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePond Salt Plus\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis present in the water at ‘General Tonic’ and ‘Anti-stress’ levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmmonia and nitrite are toxic to fish. Their concentrations should be 0 ppm at all times and can be tested accurately using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNT Labs Test Kits. If ammonia and nitrite are present at dangerous concentrations, carry out a partial water change before using Filter Bugs. Ensure the cause of poor water quality is identified (e.g. over-feeding, insufficient aeration, etc) and resolved to avoid causing stress to your fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor common frequently asked questions,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nt-labs.com\/knowledge-hub\/frequently-asked-questions\/\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NT Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55674807320955,"sku":"YR108","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/6387\/6487\/files\/FilterBugs2.5.jpg?v=1755012827","url":"https:\/\/charterhouse-aquatics.com\/products\/nt-labs-filter-bugs-2-5l","provider":"Charterhouse Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}