{"title":"Live Macroalgae","description":"\u003cp\u003eLive macroalgae for reef aquariums, refugiums, nutrient export, pod habitat, and ornamental display use.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"live-chaetomorpha-macroalgae","title":"Live Chaetomorpha Macroalgae — Refugium Chaeto","description":"\u003cp\u003eLive Chaetomorpha macroalgae, commonly called Chaeto, is one of the most useful refugium macroalgae for reef aquariums. 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Exact species identity can vary, so Kaimana Reefworks lists this conservatively at the genus level unless confirmed otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrival guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome color shift, compression, or minor tissue stress can occur during shipping. Place into clean saltwater with suitable light and flow promptly after arrival. Remove any damaged or decaying tissue before adding it to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a live product. 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