Rhodomonas lens Phytoplankton Culture

Rhodomonas lens is the compact color-enhancing cryptophyte that delivers premium red pigmentation in a slightly smaller package than R. salina. These 5-7 micron red flagellates provide the same exceptional DHA+EPA omega-3 profiles and phycoerythrin pigments as their larger cousin while offering improved accessibility to small-polyp corals and copepod nauplii. The smaller cell size creates more efficient feeding for SPS-dominated systems and early-stage copepod cultures.

Ideal for aquarists seeking maximum color enhancement with optimized particle size distribution, Rhodomonas lens bridges the gap between tiny Nannochloropsis and larger phytoplankton species. Soft cryptophyte cell walls ensure rapid digestion and nutrient absorption—corals can fully utilize the nutrition within minutes of consumption. The red pigmentation intensifies coral reds and oranges while providing powerful antioxidant protection against light stress and bleaching. Active flagellar swimming maintains water column suspension for extended periods. Rhodomonas lens arrives as a living, actively dividing culture that begins enriching your copepods and feeding your corals immediately upon addition.