Red Sea Reef Energy Plus AB+ 250 ml — All-in-One Coral Superfood for SPS LPS Soft and NPS

The Red Sea Reef Energy Plus AB+ 250 ml is the starter size of Red Sea's all-in-one coral superfood. Same formula as the 500 ml: an organic complex of carbohydrates, amino acids, fatty acids and vitamins, dissolved and suspended, providing everything soft, LPS, SPS and non-photosynthetic corals need for vitality, growth and coloration — directly absorbable, with no residual waste.

The AB+ formula in short

AB+ brings together in one bottle all the components of the original two-part Reef Energy A and B formula, plus a few added ingredients: in long-term testing, Red Sea measured 15% faster growth than with the two-part formula. Every component is consumed by the coral (protein production, tissue regeneration), and AB+ stimulates polyp extension, which expands the coral's absorption surface. The 250 ml is perfect for trying the product or for small tanks — for regular use with a dosing pump, the 500 ml size costs less per milliliter.

Red Sea's official dosing table

Daily dosage in ml per 100 L (25 gal), by tank type:

• SPS Frags: 4
• Mixed reef: 4
• SPS dominant: 8
• Ultra-low nutrient system (ULNS): 12

Starting point for a well-stocked aquarium — adjust to your system, treating according to the most demanding coral type. Estimate your real water volume (tank and sump, less rock).

Official instructions

• Shake well before use. Turn off the skimmer before feeding and leave it off for 15 to 30 minutes afterwards, with gentle circulation at all times.
• Pour directly into the aquarium; delicate corals (Sun Corals, Goniopora) by pipette.
• Missed a day? Don't add the missed amount — resume the current dose.
• Refrigerate after opening. Good for up to 1 year after first use.
• Dosing pump: one week's supply maximum in the unrefrigerated container, washed thoroughly between refills.

Official overdosing signs: grey-brown biofilm on the rocks and algae outbreaks. Under-dosing in a low-nutrient system: coral bleaching from the base upwards.

Specifications

• Volume: 250 ml (8.45 fl oz)
• Formula: organic complex of carbohydrates, amino acids, fatty acids and vitamins
• For soft, LPS, SPS and non-photosynthetic corals
• Minimal over skimming after feeding

Our advice

It smells good, and corals love it: dose it and the polyps react right away. Our warning: like most organic coral foods, overdosing pollutes the tank and drives algae — stick to the dosing table. And one thing to know: AB+ is excellent for color in a stable, mature tank, but it's not a product to kick-start growth — the growth has to already be there when you add it.

Why buy from ReefSolution

Authorized Red Sea dealer in Canada, with French and English support and in-store pickup in Laval. Shipping across Canada. Pairs well with: the Reef Energy Plus AB+ 500 ml for regular use, and the Red Sea ReefDose 2 doser to automate daily feeding.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the 250 ml last?

At the official mixed-reef dose of 4 ml per 100 L per day, it depends directly on your water volume — estimate tank and sump, less rock, and divide 250 ml by your daily dose. Red Sea states the product stays good for up to 1 year after opening, refrigerated.

Can I dose AB+ with a dosing pump?

Yes — the formula stays effective for up to one week unrefrigerated in the doser container. One week's supply maximum at a time, and wash the container between refills.

Do I need to turn off the skimmer when feeding?

Yes — Red Sea's manual says to turn it off before feeding and leave it off for 15 to 30 minutes afterwards, keeping gentle circulation.