{"product_id":"axolotl-start-bundle","title":"Axolotl Start Bundle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree Brightwell essentials for preparing water, establishing biological filtration, and ongoing bacterial maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Axolotl Start Bundle brings together one 125 mL bottle each of Erase-Cl, MicroBacter Start XLF, and FlorinBacter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErase-Cl — 125 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e water conditioner for chlorine and chloramines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicroBacter Start XLF — 125 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater nitrifying bacteria for establishing biological filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlorinBacter — 125 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater bacterial maintenance after cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse in three stages\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare the water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use Erase-Cl as directed on its label before introducing the starter bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCycle the empty aquarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use MicroBacter Start XLF according to its label. Keep your axolotl out of the tank during fishless cycling. A suitable ammonia source and water testing are required and are sold separately. Do not add another bacterial product during this stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMove to maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use maintenance bacteria only after the cycle is complete. Brightwell's Start XLF directions name FlorinBacter Clean or FlorinBacter7 after cycling and one additional week; consult the current FlorinBacter label or Brightwell before choosing this bundle's maintenance schedule. Follow the FlorinBacter label for ongoing use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you begin\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a three-product water-care bundle, not a complete aquarium setup. A filter, suitable biological media, ammonia source, and test kit are not included. Cycling time varies; bottled bacteria do not guarantee an instant cycle. Confirm the aquarium is fully cycled with water testing before introducing an axolotl. Follow every bottle's current instructions and dose for your actual water volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle details:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 bottles × 125 mL. Product images may show other bottle sizes; the included size is 125 mL for each item. Products are fulfilled through Brightwell Direct; shipping and any separate packages are shown at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right kit for your stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis bundle does not include cycling ammonia. For an animal-free cycle with QuikCycl included, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fishless-cycling-kit\"\u003eFishless Cycling Kit\u003c\/a\u003e and read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/about-axolotls\/fishless-cycling-axolotl-tank-brightwell-guide\"\u003efishless cycling guide\u003c\/a\u003e. For purified water preparation, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/axolotl-ro-water-kit\"\u003eRO Water Kit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Axolotl Superstore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67719798980860,"sku":null,"price":28.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/4874\/1884\/files\/1x1EraseCl-01_5200e720-9b1b-43af-a4c4-e7f565e77d2b.png?v=1792091996","url":"https:\/\/axolotlsuperstore.com\/products\/axolotl-start-bundle","provider":"axolotlsuperstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}