Ruby Rise – Triple Rhodomonas Microalgae Culture Pack - 16oz.

The Ruby Rise Phytoplankton Pack is PodDrop's triple-Rhodomonas powerhouse designed to deliver deep coloration, high-energy coral feeding, and premium reef nutrition. This advanced three-bottle blend features Rhodomonas salina, Rhodomonas lens, and Rhodomonas cruentum—three of the most nutrient-rich red cryptophyte phytoplankton species used in professional reef aquaculture and competition coral preparation.

The Triple Red Formula:

RHODOMONAS SALINA - The Proven Professional

• Cell size: 6-10 microns
• Exceptional DHA + EPA omega-3
• Red/orange pigment specialist
• Industry-standard cryptophyte
• Copepod enrichment expert

RHODOMONAS LENS - The Elite Premium

• Cell size: 5-8 microns (smallest)
• Highest DHA content of any phytoplankton
• Intense red pigmentation
• Superior digestibility
• Research-grade quality

RHODOMONAS CRUENTUM - The Intense Coloration Specialist

• Cell size: 8-12 microns (largest)
• Deep reddish-brown pigmentation
• Exceptional omega-3 profile
• LPS and clam specialist
• Maximum color intensity

Why Three Red Species:

✓ Complete cell size range - 5-12 microns feeds all corals from tiny SPS to large LPS ✓ Maximum red pigmentation - Three sources of phycoerythrin for ultimate color transfer ✓ Stacked DHA levels - Highest omega-3 concentration possible ✓ Professional-grade - Used by competition coral growers worldwide ✓ Flexible application - Rotate species or blend based on coral type ✓ Rare availability - All three Rhodomonas species in one bundle (extremely rare)

Key Benefits:

✓ 30-40% coral coloration improvement (reds, oranges, pinks) ✓ Three Rhodomonas species = maximum cryptophyte diversity ✓ Complete size range for SPS, LPS, and clams ✓ Competition-grade nutrition in one bundle ✓ Superior copepod enrichment (all three species excellent) ✓ Professional coral farm formula ✓ Exclusive offering - no other supplier offers all three together

Perfect For:

• Competition coral preparation (maximum coloration)
• High-end SPS coral propagation
• Tridacna clam coloration enhancement
• Professional coral farms
• Advanced reefers demanding best-in-class nutrition
• Red, orange, and pink coral specialty systems
• Premium copepod enrichment programs
• Marine research and aquaculture operations

What's Included:

• Rhodomonas salina live culture
• Rhodomonas lens live culture
• Rhodomonas cruentum live culture
• Ruby Rise feeding protocol
• Species-specific application guide

How to Use Ruby Rise:

METHOD 1: ROTATE SPECIES (Professional Protocol)

Variation feeding throughout week:

• Mon/Thu: R. salina (proven workhorse)
• Tue/Fri: R. lens (premium DHA boost)
• Wed/Sat: R. cruentum (intense pigmentation)
• Dose: 10-15mL per species per feeding

Benefits: Coral polyps receive different cell sizes and slight nutritional variations. Maximum diversity.

METHOD 2: BLEND FOR INTENSITY (Competition Prep)

Custom blend in separate container:

• 40% R. salina (foundation)
• 30% R. lens (DHA spike)
• 30% R. cruentum (color intensity)
• Dose: 15-20mL blended, 4-5x weekly

Benefits: Maximum red pigmentation delivery in every feeding. Fastest coloration results.

METHOD 3: TARGETED APPLICATION (Advanced)

Match Rhodomonas species to coral type:

For Small Polyp SPS (Acropora, Montipora):

• R. lens primary (smallest cells, highest DHA)
• R. salina supplemental
• Dose: 15-20mL daily (competition) or 3-4x weekly (standard)

For Large Polyp SPS/LPS:

• R. cruentum primary (largest cells, intense color)
• R. salina supplemental
• Dose: 10-15mL 3-4x weekly

For Tridacna Clams:

• Equal blend all three species
• Dose: 5-10mL per clam 3-4x weekly
• Target feed near mantle

For Copepod Enrichment:

• R. salina + R. lens blend (70/30)
• Feed copepod cultures 18-24 hours before harvest
• Ultra-premium copepod nutrition

The Triple Red Advantage:

Single Red Species (Standard):

• One cell size
• One pigment intensity
• Limited application

Ruby Rise (Three Red Species):

• Three cell sizes (5-12μm complete range)
• Triple pigment sources (layered color enhancement)
• Customizable for any coral type
• Professional-grade diversity

Competition coral growers don't use single species

Coloration Timeline:

• Week 2-3: First subtle color improvements
• Week 4-6: Noticeable enhancement (20-25%)
• Week 8-10: Dramatic intensification (30-35%)
• Week 10-12: Peak coloration (35-40% improvement)

Best results: Daily feeding for 8-12 weeks before competition

Species Comparison:

Feature	R. Salina	R. Lens	R. Cruentum
Cell Size	6-10μm	5-8μm	8-12μm
DHA Level	Excellent	Highest	Exceptional
Pigmentation	Red-brown	Deep red	Deep red-brown
Best For	All-purpose	SPS, premium	LPS, clams
Shelf Life	7-10 days	5-7 days	5-7 days

All three together = complete spectrum

Competition Coral Protocol:

8-12 Week Pre-Show Preparation:

Weeks 1-4: Foundation Phase

• Rotate all three species daily
• 15-20mL per feeding
• Establish baseline nutrition

Weeks 5-8: Intensification Phase

• Blend all three species
• 20-25mL daily
• Maximum color loading

Weeks 9-12: Peak Phase

• Continue blended feeding
• 25-30mL daily
• Maintain through show weekend

Results: 35-40% coloration enhancement vs. unfed competitors

Professional Applications:

Coral Propagation Farms: Ruby Rise used by high-end SPS farms for competition-grade mother colonies. Three species provide nutritional diversity commercial operations require.

Marine Research: Universities studying cryptophyte nutrition use multi-species protocols. Ruby Rise provides all three authenticated Rhodomonas strains.

Competition Preparation: Advanced hobbyists preparing for coral shows use Ruby Rise for maximum red, orange, pink enhancement.

Tridacna Breeding: Clam breeders use all three species for mantle coloration and shell development.

Copepod Enrichment Excellence:

All Three Species = Superior Copepod Nutrition:

• Feed copepod cultures blend of all three
• Copepods loaded with maximum DHA + red pigments
• Enriched copepods transfer color to corals when consumed
• Professional fish breeders use Rhodomonas-enriched copepods for superior larval development

Ruby Rise copepod enrichment = competition-grade live food

Feeding Schedule:

Standard Reef (Coloration Focus):

• Rotate species 3-4x weekly
• 10-15mL per feeding
• Turn off skimmer 1-2 hours

Competition Preparation:

• Blend all three, feed daily
• 20-30mL per feeding
• 8-12 weeks before show

SPS Propagation:

• R. lens primary, daily
• Supplement with other two 2-3x weekly
• Maximum growth + color

Clam Systems:

• Blend all three equally
• 5-10mL per clam 3-4x weekly
• Target feed mantles

Storage & Handling:

Critical Requirements:

• Refrigerate immediately 38-42°F (colder than other phytoplankton)
• All three species extremely delicate
• Very gentle swirling only (no shaking)
• Use R. lens and R. cruentum within 5-7 days
• R. salina lasts 7-10 days
• Use R. lens first (shortest shelf life)

Quality Indicators:

• Deep red to reddish-brown colors
• Pleasant ocean smell
• Cells actively swimming (microscope check)
• No bacterial growth

Specifications:

Ruby Rise Pack Includes:

• 1x Rhodomonas salina (8oz)
• 1x Rhodomonas lens (8oz)
• 1x Rhodomonas cruentum (8oz)
• Ruby Rise protocol guide
• Species comparison chart

Shelf Life:

• R. salina: 7-10 days
• R. lens: 5-7 days (use first)
• R. cruentum: 5-7 days

Storage: 38-42°F, extremely gentle handling

Guaranteed: All three species arrive live

QUICK GUIDE:

Bundle: 3 elite red cryptophyte phytoplankton species Best For: Competition prep, maximum coloration, professional coral farms Feeding: Rotate species OR blend, 3-4x weekly (daily for competition) Results: 30-40% color improvement in 8-12 weeks Key Advantage: Only bundle offering all three Rhodomonas species together

FAQs:

Q: Why three Rhodomonas species vs. one? A: Complete cell size range (5-12μm), maximum red pigmentation, professional diversity. Competition corals need all three.

Q: Which species should I use first? A: R. lens (shortest shelf life). Then R. cruentum, then R. salina.

Q: Can I blend all three together? A: Yes. 40% salina + 30% lens + 30% cruentum = maximum color intensity blend.

Q: Best for competition coral prep? A: Absolutely. This is THE bundle for maximum coloration. Start 8-12 weeks before show.

Q: Will this work on all coral colors? A: Best for reds, oranges, pinks. Also enhances purples. Less impact on greens/blues.

Q: Why so expensive? A: All three species extremely rare and difficult to culture. R. lens especially limited availability. Premium product for serious applications.

Q: Good for Tridacna clams? A: Excellent. Blend all three for mantle coloration and shell growth. 5-10mL per clam 3-4x weekly.

The Ruby Rise Guarantee:

All three species arrive live with characteristic red coloration. If any arrive dead, photograph within 2 hours for replacement.

This is elite-level phytoplankton. Handle with care for maximum results.