AquaForest AF Amino Mix 10–50 ml
Concentrated Amino Acids for Healthy Coral Growth & Colouration
AquaForest AF Amino Mix is a concentrated coral supplement containing a carefully selected blend of essential amino acids designed to support healthy coral growth, vibrant coloration, photosynthesis, and overall coral condition.
Powerful protein skimmers can remove organic compounds from marine aquarium water, potentially contributing to amino acid deficiencies and an overly nutrient-poor environment. Low nutrient availability may result in pale coral coloration and can contribute to coral bleaching.
AF Amino Mix replenishes important amino acids to help provide corals with the nutrients they need to maintain their condition, colour, and growth.
Key Features
- Concentrated blend of amino acids for corals.
- Helps replenish amino acids that may be depleted in heavily skimmed aquariums.
- Contains biotin, alanine, glutamine, leucine, lysine, and serine, among other amino acids.
- Supports vibrant coral coloration.
- Helps support healthy coral growth.
- Supports zooxanthellae populations within corals.
- Supports the production of photosynthetic pigments such as chlorophyll.
- Helps improve the efficiency and quality of photosynthesis.
- Supports coral energy production from light.
- Helps maintain coral condition and resilience.
- Regular use can support coral immunity.
Benefits
Helps Prevent Pale Colouration & Bleaching
Strong protein skimming can contribute to the removal of amino acids and other organic nutrients from aquarium water. AF Amino Mix helps replenish these essential compounds, supporting corals in nutrient-poor reef systems.
Enhances Coral Colouration
The carefully selected amino acid blend supports the biological processes responsible for coral pigmentation and can help produce more vibrant and intense coral colours.
Supports Photosynthesis
AF Amino Mix helps support zooxanthellae, which are important to coral energy production and photosynthesis. By supporting photosynthetic pigments such as chlorophyll, the supplement can help corals make more effective use of available light.
Promotes Healthy Growth
Providing corals with readily available amino acids supports their nutritional needs and can contribute to faster, healthier growth.
Supports Coral Immunity
Regular supplementation helps support the overall condition and resilience of corals.
How to Use
Dose 1 drop per 100 L (27 US gal) of aquarium water every other day.
- Dose after the aquarium lights have turned off.
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Do not dilute the product.
- Do not mix AF Amino Mix with other products in the same container.
- AF Amino Mix can be administered using a dosing pump, provided the pump dispenses the product in drops.
- For best nutrient absorption, dispense coral supplements directly into the aquarium.
Recommended Feeding Practice
SPS and LPS corals are generally best fed after the lights have gone out.
Corals such as Zoanthus, Ricordea, and other mushroom corals can be fed during the day.
When feeding or dosing coral supplements, it is recommended to turn off the protein skimmer for approximately one hour to allow the nutrients to remain available to the corals.
Dosing Tips
Every aquarium is different, and the ideal dosage can vary depending on coral population, stocking density, and overall aquarium conditions.
When introducing AF Amino Mix:
- Start with ½ of the recommended dose, or even ¼ dose for particularly sensitive systems.
- Observe the corals and monitor their response.
- If there are no signs of overdosing, gradually increase the dosage toward the recommended target dose.
- Adjust the dosage according to the needs and response of your aquarium.
Storage
Once opened, store AF Amino Mix in the refrigerator if the ambient temperature exceeds 24°C (75°F).
Important Handling Information
- Do not overtighten the screw cap, as excessive force may damage the cover.
- Do not dilute the product.
- Do not combine it with other products in the same dosing container.
Available Sizes
AquaForest AF Amino Mix — a concentrated amino acid supplement designed to support coral colouration, photosynthesis, immunity, and healthy growth while helping replenish nutrients that can be depleted in heavily skimmed reef aquariums.
