Fish are a rewarding addition to water gardens, outdoor ponds, and other freshwater aquascapes. Fish add color and excitement, each one quickly becoming a treasured pet. Observing and feeding fish is a great way to relax and enjoy your backyard waterscape. Selecting the right food and following good feeding habits ensures the health of your fish and their environment. This summer staple fish food formula provides a balanced diet of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. The pellets are approximately 3.0 mm making it the perfect food for adult pond fish 4" or larger. The Pond Guy Staple Fish Food floats on the water's surface and quickly softens for easy digestion. This easily digestible natural pond fish food promotes good water quality and fish wellness. Pellets will fit in an automatic fish feeder, ideal for fish care when you're away. Staple fish meal pellets contain a high protein, mineral-rich diet to promote growth and wellness in koi (sometimes called coy or koy, varieties include butterfly koi and standard koi). Start feeding pond fish Staple food when water temperatures are above 50°F. Only feed fish what they can eat within five minutes, and skim out any leftover pellet or debris that could decay into muck. Our fish food may interest other pond wildlife, and rest assured that it will not harm any turtle, frog, catfish, snail, or other aquatic creature who takes a bite of the tasty snack. Not formulated for small fish or fry. If you're looking for a specialty food for growing show-quality koi, The Pond Guy Growth & Vibrance Fish Food is the best choice. We recommend switching to wheat germ food when water temperatures dip to 40°-50°F. The Pond Guy Spring & Fall Floating Fish Food contains an easy-to-digest formula for colder temperatures. If water temperatures drop below 40°F, pond fishes enter a hibernation state. Do not feed fish during this time. See The Pond Guy for all your fish food needs, as well as other pond supplies, accessories, and equipment.