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Bottom-dwelling fish tend to seek their food at the bottom and so sinking food tablets are ideal for them. Sinking granulate food for the other fish will also reach the bottom, but really only if too much has been fed! It therefore is useful to feed the free-swimming and bottom-dwelling fish species separately.
Almost all bottom-dwelling fish species eat JBL PRONOVO TAB. But even the free-swimming fish species quickly learn by smell that the tablet consists of food. Very large fish eat them whole, smaller ones bite off. Once the tablet sticks to the glass, all the fish enjoy eating it and it's great fun to watch.
Among the sucker catfish there are many species which feed mainly on plants (e.g. bushymouth catfish, Ancistrus dolichopterus). JBL PRONOVO PLECO was developed for these species. But even among the sucker catfish there are species such as the zebra pleco (Hypancistrus zebra = L 46) or the cactus catfish (Pseudacanthicus cf. leopardus = L 114) which, although not predatory, do not eat plants but animal food.
Armored catfish have quite an extensive food spectrum. The JBL PRONOVO CORYDORAS (Corydoras = scientific name of the armored catfish genera) contains the appropriate raw materials, such as shrimps and spirulina. Armored catfish need a varied diet for healthy nutrition. Shrimps are representative of all small animal organisms including carrion, which the armored catfish feel on the ground with their barbels. Loaches tend to be omnivorous. They like to eat snails, and sometimes aquarium plants as well. JBL PRONOVO BOTIA was designed for their diet.
My new can of unopened fish food that is slightly past the best before date. Should I throw it out?
A few vitamins may be less present after the best before date, but you can still safely use the food for another two months or so. We recommend feeding within the expiry date to ensure maximum freshness and nutritional value.
Why aren’t my fish eating pellets as intently as the flakes I used to feed them?
You can expect to wait a few days to a couple of weeks until some fish consume pellets with the same vigor as they did when fed flakes. Like most animals, a change in food format may require an adjustment period.
My fish seem to be hungry shortly after feeding them. Should I add more food?
No. Feed active species a little less per meal and add feeding periods throughout the day – 3 meals a day is recommended. Additionally, observe the stomachs of your fish – slightly curved bellies are ideal.
My young child ate your fish food. Is this dangerous?
Fish foods are not meant for human consumption. Allergic reactions to various ingredients are a potential risk for any food, human-grade or not. While they are generally safe, we strongly recommend storing your fish food out of the reach of any young children and contacting your local health professional for further guidance.
I just opened my container of fish food. For best value to my fish, how long is it good for?
For optimal nutritional value, a container of fish food should be consumed by your fish within a period of 6 months. During this time, it is best to keep it in a cool, dry location.
Why do you recommend feeding fish without using your fingers?
Using the bottle cap method to feed fish will help control portions and prevent overfeeding. Your fingers should not come into contact with the food, as they can potentially contaminate it with the bacteria, oils, creams, etc. often found on our hands.
What are the advantages of feeding sticks / pellets / granules / micro granules to my fish?
Sticks do not disintegrate rapidly and as such do not pollute the aquarium. They can be broken into smaller pieces and offered to small and large fish alike. The sinking formulations are ideal for bottom feeding and nocturnal species, whereas the floating formulations are ideal for ambush predators.
Pellets, granules and micro granules are available in floating, slow sinking, and sinking formulations, and as such are suitable for a wide variety of feeding habits. They possess high nutritional densities as a result of the extrusion process, and as such are ideal for fish with high metabolisms. Additionally, they are most compatible with automatic feeders.
What foods can I feed my betta?
it is beneficial to vary your betta’s diet with frozen shrimp, glass worms, and bloodworms, as well as colour-enhancing formulas. Fluval Color Enhancing formulas include 25% krill, an excellent palatability enhancer that also dramatically improves fish colours.
Why is spirulina beneficial to the skin, scales and fins of fish?
Spirulina provides a rich source of mucoproteins which enhance a fish’s protective mucous layer, which benefits their skin, scales and fins. Furthermore, this can help prevent disease and gives the fish a glossier, healthier appearance.
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