The Biota Group

10/10/2025

🌊 Welcome to the team, Edmund! 🐟

Edmund has joined Biota Palau as our new Aquaculture Technician, where he’ll be taking care of our live food production, an essential part of raising healthy, thriving captive bred fish. His dedication and expertise will help us continue delivering the highest quality aquaculture to reefkeepers everywhere.

We’re thrilled to have him on board and can’t wait for you to see the impact he makes behind the scenes!

09/10/2025

🌟 Rare Angelfish Alert! 🌟

Bali captive bred angelfish are back in stock at Biota! 🐠✨ This shipment includes some of the rarest and most sought-after species and misbars in the hobby.

🔥 Maze Angelfish – so rare we haven’t had them in years until this latest batch, and we don’t know when they’ll be available again.
💛 Regal Angelfish Misbars – becoming harder and harder to find, these are truly special.
🤍 Misbar Multibar Angelfish – even rarer and absolutely stunning for serious collectors.

If you’re an angelfish enthusiast or collector, this is your moment. Don’t miss your chance to own one of these incredible captive bred treasures from Bali!

🛒 Shop now: shop.thebiotagroup.com

While you're here, check out our awesome selection of cultured corals. Biota has something for everyone - from hardy Zoas for the beginner reef to WYSIWYG Australomussa for the collector of rare corals.

09/10/2025

🌴✨ Biota is headed to Aquashella Los Angeles! ✨🌴

Come meet the team, learn about what’s new in sustainable aquaculture, and check out some of the incredible captive-bred marine life we’re bringing to the show. 🐠🧬

📍 Aquashella LA
📅 Oct 25th & 26th
🎉 Special guest speakers: Biota COO Manu Guerrero and Biota Florida Manager Jake Phillips

Let us know in the comments if you're coming!

08/10/2025

🧬 Behind the scenes at Biota North Carolina... it’s Urchin Spawning Day! 🌊🦔

Our team is hard at work collecting gametes and starting the next generation of these amazing reef cleaners. Urchins play a huge role in keeping reefs healthy, and choosing captive bred urchins for your aquarium keeps wild urchins on the reefs where they belong.

Stay tuned to see how these tiny beginnings turn into powerful algae grazers. 💪🌿

08/10/2025

Make sure it's a Happy Halloween for everyone!

08/10/2025

Conspicuous Angelfish are here! These rare gems are bred with care by Poma Labs Inc. and made available through Biota. These fish are raised on prepared diets, making them hardier and easier to keep than wild caught fish.

📸 Poma Labs Inc. "Check out this pair of captive-bred conspicillatus angels in a clients tank! They don’t get much prettier than this!"

07/10/2025

🌿✨ Biota has coral for every re**er! ✨🌿Whether you’re just starting your reef journey or a seasoned collector chasing rare gems, Biota has coral for everyone. From beginner-friendly classics to exclusive collector pieces, our selection includes rare corals, timeless favorites, and sizes ranging from frags to full colonies.

Each coral is sustainably grown and fully adapted to aquarium life, so you can build a reef that’s both beautiful and responsible. 🌿💙

🛒 Explore the full collection at thebiotagroup.com

07/10/2025

Jake was Biota's very first employee, and today he’s still the heart and soul of our shipping facility. As Biota Florida's Manager, Jake, an alumni of Roger Williams University, brings together his experience in marine biology, fish breeding, research, aquaculture labs, and public aquarium work to keep everything running smoothly. Jake's hands on leadership means quality and consistency are never compromised.

One of Jake’s biggest strengths is his commitment to biosecurity. He’s famously strict about it, making sure our protocols are followed to the letter. That dedication is a huge part of why Biota has been able to offer healthy, thriving cultured livestock year after year.

We literally wouldn’t be who we are today without him. Thanks for everything, Jake, for your dedication, your vision, and for making Biota Florida what it is. Here’s to many more years of growth, sustainability, and breaking new ground in the ocean friendly aquarium trade.

Roger Williams University

07/10/2025

06/10/2025

🌈 Zoanthus at Biota 🌊

Looking to add some serious color to your reef? Biota has a stunning variety of Zoanthus available now, sustainably cultured from our facility in Palau and in Panama. 🪸✨

From vibrant pinks and blues to electric greens and oranges, these hardy, colorful polyps are perfect for nano tanks, beginners, and collectors alike. Build your own rainbow reef with Biota’s cultured Zoanthus today!

🛒 Available now: thebiotagroup.com

06/10/2025

Biota now has captive bred Pavo damsels in stock! 🐟✨

The team at AlgaeBarn recently featured this fish in their article, calling it “the perfect nano tank fish” and we couldn’t agree more! The Pavo Damsel’s calm temperament and small adult size compared to other damselfish, and shimmering blue-green coloration make it a great addition for aquarists who want a splash of color in a "bulletproof" fish without the typical aggression of other damsels.

📖 Read the full article here:
👉 The Pavo Damsel: Perfect Nano Tank Fish https://www.algaebarn.com/blog/beginners/the-pavo-damsel-perfect-nano-tank-fish/

With Biota’s captive bred Pavo Damselfish, you’re not just getting a hardy and peaceful fish, you’re helping support the future of sustainable aquaculture. ♻️🐠

🛒 Available now at thebiotagroup.com

06/10/2025

🌟 Exciting News from Biota! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that captive bred Five-lined Cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus quinquelineatus) and Amboina Cardinalfish (Fibramia amboinensis) are now available from Biota for the first time! 🐟✨ These species have historically been difficult to breed in captivity, but thanks to our team’s dedication, we’ve successfully raised them and are bringing them to your aquarium.

Both species thrive in shoals, are peaceful, and reef safe. The Five-lined Cardinalfish grows up to 5”, while Ambon Cardinalfish reach about 4”, making them perfect for mid to large-sized aquariums. Offering plenty of hiding spots encourages them to explore the water column where they show off their lively personalities.

🛒 Get them before they’re gone: shop.thebiotagroup.com