• Vibrio fischeri, a non-pathogenic bacteria species that grows on various fish, squid, and other marine organisms.

• It has been found in cans of tuna and squid at the fish markets.

• It is easy to grow.

• Requires no incubators or special sterilization equipment.

•  Requires no microbiology experience or knowledge.

Growing Bioluminescent Bacteria

• Bacteria grows on freshly prepared GB saltwater agar*.

• Bacteria will cover Petri dish in 18 to 24 hours.

• Bacteria will glow until all surface food source on Petri dish is exhausted.

*GB Saltwater Agar

• Specially formulated agar for maximum bioluminescence of bacteria.

• Bioluminescence can be seen in low light, more dramatic in total darkness.

NOTE:  DO NOT PUT BACTERIA IN AQUARIUMS WITH MARINE FISH OR OTHER MARINE ORGANISMS.  FOR DEMONSTRATION OF BIOLUMINESCENCE ON A PETRI DISH ONLY!

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