{"product_id":"koi-doc-filter-starter-bacteria-gel-balls-large","title":"Koi Doc Filter Starter \u0026 Pond Maintenance 4cm Bacteria Gel balls, 1 Litre","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(11, 10, 10);font-size:20px;font-weight:700;padding-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #10a54a;\"\u003eKoi Doc \u003c\/strong\u003e Filter Starter Bacteria Gel balls, Large 4CM 1 Litre\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(11, 10, 10); font-size: 14px; padding-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #10a54a;\"\u003eKoi Doc \u003c\/strong\u003e Filter Starter \u0026amp; Pond Maintenance Bacteria Gel Balls are a high-quality pond maintenance solution designed for koi and ornamental fish ponds. These 1-litre gel balls contain a concentrated mix of Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter bacteria, which actively reduce harmful ammonia and nitrite levels in pond water. \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #10a54a;\"\u003eKoi Doc \u003c\/strong\u003e Filter Starter Bacteria Gel Balls work effectively in water temperatures from 8°C, supporting biological filtration and preventing clogging of pond filters. Regular use of Koi Doc Filter Starter Bacteria Gel Balls improves water clarity, breaks down organic waste, and promotes a healthy environment for fish and aquatic plants.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe formula is highly concentrated, containing approximately one billion colony-forming units, making it one of the most effective filter starters available. These gel balls are ideal for establishing new ponds or maintaining existing pond filtration systems. By adding \u003cstrong style=\"color: #10a54a;\"\u003eKoi Doc \u003c\/strong\u003e Filter Starter Bacteria Gel Balls regularly, pond keepers can optimize the pond’s ecosystem, reduce water toxicity, and ensure a thriving, clean, and healthy aquatic environment.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #10a54a;\"\u003eKoi Doc \u003c\/strong\u003e Filter Starter Bacteria Gel Balls provide a simple, reliable, and efficient way to enhance pond water quality year-round, supporting the natural balance of beneficial bacteria in your filter media while keeping your koi happy and healthy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/9238\/5910\/files\/skow-release-green.jpg?v=1776700462\" alt=\"\" width=\"86\" height=\"102\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBacteria are slowly released over upto 6 weeks. \u003cstrong style=\"color: #10a54a;\"\u003eKoi Doc \u003c\/strong\u003e gel balls support the biological filtering process contributing to a healthy and stable environment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/9238\/5910\/files\/nh-green.jpg?v=1776700462\" alt=\"\" width=\"86\" height=\"102\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh levels of Ammonia in you water can cause your koi gill damage, stress and even death. \u003cstrong style=\"color: #10a54a;\"\u003eKoi Doc \u003c\/strong\u003e Gel balls release good bacteria to boost filtration and breakdown Ammonia.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/9238\/5910\/files\/nitrates-green.jpg?v=1776700462\" alt=\"\" width=\"86\" height=\"102\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrate Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh levels of Nitrates in your pond can be haremful to your koi as it can prevent the transport of oxygen in the blood. 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