Feeding & Nutrition

Providing a complete diet is one of the most important, yet neglected, aspects of fish husbandry. Proper nutrition is critical to maximum life and color, and also results in faster growth, increased resistance to disease and parasitic infection, enhanced vigor and greater breeding capabilities.

Tropical fish require a varied diet to stay healthy and vibrant. Although flake fish food is well-balanced and fortified with vitamins and minerals, fish need more than one type of food to get all the nutrients they need.

In the wild, each fish species eats certain types of foods. While it’s difficult to exactly match nutritional requirements in an aquarium setting, providing a wide selection of food helps ensure nutritional completeness. Monotonous diets can lead to a slow decline, while a variety ensures fish live long and healthy lives.

for information on freshwater fish feeding and nutrition.