Dino Recovery Bundle Live Phytoplankton & Copepods

The Dino Recovery Bundle is PodDrop's all-in-one solution for eliminating dinoflagellate outbreaks and restoring long-term biological stability in reef aquariums. This specialized three-product bundle combines Dino Shield (our anti-dino phytoplankton blend) with two powerful live copepod species—Tisbe biminiensis and Tigriopus californicus—creating a multi-angle attack that outcompetes dinos, establishes predator populations, and rebuilds your reef's natural defenses.

The Complete Dino Recovery System:

COMPONENT 1: DINO SHIELD PHYTOPLANKTON BLEND Five-species diatom and golden phytoplankton weapon:

• Chaetoceros calcitrans (fast-growing chain diatom)
• Phaeodactylum tricornutum (allelopathic diatom)
• Thalassiosira weissflogii (nutrient-competitive diatom)
• Isochrysis lutea / T-ISO (DHA-rich golden phyto)
• Isochrysis galbana (copepod fuel)

Role: Outcompete dinoflagellates through nutrient competition, allelopathic suppression, and silica advantage

COMPONENT 2: TISBE BIMINIENSIS LIVE COPEPODS Small benthic copepod, dino grazer:

• Size: 0.5-0.8mm (perfect dino predator size)
• Fast reproduction (doubles every 8-12 days)
• Lives in sand bed, refugium, rocks
• Active dino grazer
• Thrives in refugiums

Role: Graze dinoflagellates from surfaces, establish biological control population

COMPONENT 3: TIGRIOPUS CALIFORNICUS LIVE COPEPODS Large surface copepod, ecosystem rebuilder:

• Size: 1.0-1.5mm (visible population indicator)
• Fastest reproduction (doubles every 7-10 days)
• Lives on surfaces, glass, rocks
• Highest omega-3 (coral recovery nutrition)
• Extremely hardy

Role: Rapid population establishment, coral feeding during recovery, visible ecosystem health indicator

How The Bundle Works - Multi-Angle Attack:

ANGLE 1: Nutrient Competition (Dino Shield Diatoms) Three diatom species rapidly consume silica, nitrates, and phosphates faster than dinoflagellates, starving dinos of resources. Diatoms can divide 2-3x daily, outpacing dino reproduction.

ANGLE 2: Chemical Warfare (Phaeodactylum) Phaeodactylum produces natural compounds that inhibit dinoflagellate reproduction while being harmless to corals. Allelopathic suppression gives diatoms competitive edge.

ANGLE 3: Silica Advantage (All Diatoms) Dinoflagellates can't use silica, but diatoms require it. High diatom populations create silica sink that further advantages diatoms over dinos.

ANGLE 4: Biological Grazing (Tisbe Copepods) Tisbe actively graze dinoflagellates from sand beds, rocks, and refugium surfaces. Consuming dino cells and spores provides continuous biological control.

ANGLE 5: Population Explosion (Tigriopus Copepods) Tigriopus reproduces explosively, creating dense copepod populations that outcompete dinos for micronutrients and graze free-swimming dino cells.

ANGLE 6: Coral Recovery (Both Isochrysis Species) High-DHA golden phytoplankton fuels copepod reproduction AND provides corals with premium nutrition to recover from dino stress.

Result: Dinos attacked from six directions simultaneously. Natural biological solution that prevents reoccurrence.

Key Benefits:

✓ Complete system - Everything needed to eliminate dinos in one bundle ✓ Multi-angle attack - Six different mechanisms working simultaneously ✓ Natural solution - No chemicals, UV, or blackouts required ✓ Prevents comeback - Establishes competing organisms for long-term resistance ✓ Coral-safe - All components beneficial to corals, fish, inverts ✓ Fast results - Visible dino reduction within 2 weeks ✓ Long-term stability - Copepods provide ongoing biological control ✓ Bundle savings - More economical than buying components separately

Perfect For:

• Active dinoflagellate outbreaks (brown stringy films, bubbles)
• Tanks with confirmed dino species (Ostreopsis, Prorocentrum, Amphidinium)
• Ultra-low nutrient tanks where dinos thrive (undetectable NO3/PO4)
• Recovery after failed UV/blackout/chemical treatments
• Prevention in new tanks prone to dino colonization
• Any reef experiencing persistent brown film problems

What's Included:

Standard Dino Recovery Bundle:

• Dino Shield phytoplankton blend
• Tisbe biminiensis live copepods
• Tigriopus californicus live copepods
• Complete treatment protocol guide
• Dino identification resources
• Recovery timeline expectations

Treats: 50-100 gallon reef aquarium through complete 4-6 week treatment

Large System Bundle (Optional):

• Double quantities of all components
• Treats: 100-200 gallon systems

The Complete Treatment Protocol:

WEEK 1-2: AGGRESSIVE ATTACK PHASE

Daily Dino Shield Dosing:

• 50-75 gallons: 30-40mL daily
• 75-100 gallons: 50-60mL daily
• Dose during evening hours after lights out
• Turn off protein skimmer 2-3 hours after dosing
• Keep lights on normal schedule (diatoms need light!)

Copepod Introduction:

• Day 1: Add Tisbe to refugium/sand bed
• Day 2: Add Tigriopus to display tank
• Turn off return pump 1-2 hours each introduction
• Lights off during copepod addition

Manual Dino Removal:

• Siphon/turkey baster visible dino films daily
• Remove as much dino biomass as possible
• Eliminate dead spots with increased flow

WEEK 3-4: ESTABLISHMENT PHASE

Reduced Dino Shield Dosing:

• 20-30mL daily (half aggressive dose)
• Continue protein skimmer off 2-3 hours
• Diatom populations now established
• Brown dusty appearance on glass = good sign

Copepod Population Growth:

• Tisbe reproducing in refugium
• Tigriopus visible on glass (orange copepods)
• Both species grazing dinos actively
• Reduce manual removal as dinos decline

Monitor Progress:

• Dino films decreasing noticeably
• Copepods increasingly visible
• Corals showing improved polyp extension

WEEK 5-6: RECOVERY & MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Dino Shield Dosing:

• 15-20mL 3-4x weekly (not daily)
• Resume normal protein skimmer schedule
• Dinos mostly gone, prevention mode

Copepod Maturity:

• Dense populations established
• Visible throughout tank and refugium
• Providing ongoing biological control

Coral Recovery:

• Extended polyp extension returning
• Normal feeding behaviors resuming
• Coloration improving

ONGOING: PREVENTION

Continue indefinitely:

• Dino Shield 15-20mL 2-3x weekly
• Maintain copepod populations (reseed every 4-6 months)
• Keep slight nutrient levels (2-5ppm NO3, 0.03-0.05ppm PO4)
• Supplement silica if using RO/DI water

Expected Timeline:

• Days 1-3: Diatom film appears on glass, early competition
• Days 4-7: Visible dino reduction, copepods settling in
• Week 2: Significant decrease in dino films, copepods reproducing
• Week 3-4: Dinos mostly gone, diatom dust normal, copepods abundant
• Week 4-6: Complete elimination, coral recovery, ecosystem stable
• Ongoing: Maintenance prevents reoccurrence

Critical Success Factors:

DO: ✓ Maintain normal lighting (diatoms need light to outcompete dinos) ✓ Dose Dino Shield daily during aggressive phase ✓ Manually remove visible dinos throughout treatment ✓ Add silica supplement (1-2mg/L sodium metasilicate) ✓ Keep gentle flow to prevent dino film establishment ✓ Be patient - biological solutions take 4-6 weeks ✓ Continue maintenance after dinos gone

DON'T: ✗ Reduce photoperiod or do blackouts (helps dinos, hurts diatoms) ✗ Run UV sterilizer during treatment (kills beneficial phytoplankton) ✗ Chase ultra-low nutrients (0.00 favors dinos over diatoms) ✗ Stop treatment early (dinos can return) ✗ Expect overnight results ✗ Use chemical treatments simultaneously

Why This Bundle Succeeds Where Others Fail:

UV Sterilization: Kills beneficial phytoplankton and copepods too. Dinos often return.

Tank Blackouts: Stresses corals more than dinos. Frequently ineffective.

Hydrogen Peroxide: Damages corals and bacteria. Temporary reduction only.

Raising Nutrients: May trigger nuisance algae without eliminating dinos.

Dino Recovery Bundle: Establishes competing organisms for long-term biological resistance while supporting coral health.

Complementary Strategies:

Silica Supplementation (Essential):

• Add 1-2mg/L silica (sodium metasilicate)
• Diatoms require silica, dinos can't use it
• Gives diatoms massive competitive advantage
• Critical with RO/DI water (contains no silica)

Nutrient Management:

• Maintain 2-5ppm nitrate, 0.03-0.05ppm phosphate
• Diatoms outcompete dinos better with slight nutrients
• Ultra-low nutrients favor dinos

Flow Optimization:

• Eliminate dead spots with additional powerheads
• Prevent dino film accumulation
• Keep copepods and diatoms suspended

Manual Removal:

• Daily siphoning accelerates recovery
• Removes dino biomass while competitors establish
• Less dinos = more resources for diatoms

Success Stories:

"6-Week Nightmare Ended in 3 Weeks" "Tried blackouts and peroxide - nothing worked. Dino Recovery Bundle actually eliminated my Ostreopsis outbreak. Copepods exploded, corals recovered. Best money spent." - SPS Reefer

"Natural Solution That Works" "Skeptical about biological dino control, but the multi-angle approach made sense. Diatom bloom was impressive, dinos disappeared as promised. 4 months later, still dino-free." - Mixed Reef Keeper

"Saved My Competition Corals" "Dinos covering my Acropora before a competition. Dino Recovery Bundle cleared them in time without stressing corals. Won 2nd place!" - Competition Grower

How to Know It's Working:

✓ Days 3-5: Brown diatom film on glass (this is good!) ✓ Week 1: Fewer new dino patches forming ✓ Week 2: Copepods visible on glass and swimming ✓ Week 3: Dino films mostly gone, copepods abundant ✓ Week 4: Corals extending polyps, normal feeding ✓ Week 5-6: Complete recovery, stable ecosystem

Specifications:

Standard Bundle: Treats 50-100 gallon systems

• Dino Shield phytoplankton blend
• Tisbe biminiensis live copepods
• Tigriopus californicus live copepods
• Treatment protocol guide

Large Bundle: Treats 100-200 gallon systems

• Double quantities of all components
• Treatment protocol guide

Storage: Refrigerate all components at 38-45°F immediately. Use within 7-10 days.

Shelf Life:

• Dino Shield: 10-14 days refrigerated
• Copepods: 7-10 days refrigerated

Guaranteed: All components arrive live and viable or immediate replacement

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QUICK GUIDE:

What You Get: Dino Shield phytoplankton + Tisbe copepods + Tigriopus copepods + protocol Treatment Duration: 4-6 weeks aggressive, ongoing maintenance Treats: 50-100 gal (standard), 100-200 gal (large) Key Actions: Daily Dino Shield, manual removal, silica supplementation, patience Expected Results: Visible reduction week 2, elimination week 4-6 Success Rate: 90%+ with proper protocol adherence

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FAQs:

Q: How is this different from just buying Dino Shield? A: Copepods add biological grazing control. Dino Shield outcompetes, copepods consume. Multi-angle attack = higher success rate.

Q: Can I use this with UV sterilizer running? A: No. Turn off UV during treatment - it kills beneficial phytoplankton and copepods. Resume after dinos eliminated if desired.

Q: How long until I see results? A: Diatom film appears within 3-5 days. Visible dino reduction within 10-14 days. Complete elimination typically 4-6 weeks.

Q: Will this work for all dino species? A: Effective against most common reef dinos (Ostreopsis, Prorocentrum, Amphidinium). Some rare species may require additional strategies.

Q: What if dinos return after treatment? A: Continue maintenance dosing (Dino Shield 2-3x weekly, maintain copepod populations, keep trace nutrients). Dinos return when conditions favor them.

Q: Is this safe for SPS corals? A: Completely safe. All components are beneficial coral nutrition. Many SPS farms use similar protocols.

Q: Do I need to add silica? A: Highly recommended. Diatoms need silica, dinos can't use it. Gives diatoms huge advantage. Add 1-2mg/L sodium metasilicate.

Q: Can I use this as prevention? A: Yes! Maintenance dosing (Dino Shield 2-3x weekly + copepod populations) prevents dino colonization. Excellent for new tanks.

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The Dino Recovery Guarantee:

Follow the protocol consistently for 6 weeks. If you see no improvement in dino levels, contact us for troubleshooting support or partial refund.

Success rate exceeds 90% when protocol followed: Daily dosing, manual removal, silica supplementation, and patience.

All components arrive live and viable. If any arrive dead, photograph within 2 hours for immediate replacement.

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Complete dino elimination. Natural biological solution. Long-term stability. Everything you need in one bundle.