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How to Feed Your Koi Fish
The vivid oranges, reds and whites of Koi and goldfish are the result of a complete and balanced diet. The right food ensures vibrant colors and proper body shape. Because Koi and goldfish do not have teeth or stomachs, easy digestibility is of prime importance. Highly digestible foods minimize waste, enabling pond filtration systems to operate more efficiently and keeping the pond ecosystem healthier. Pond Koi Fish need the proper combination of protein, fats, fiber, minerals and vitamins. Too much or too little of any particular nutrient can have an adverse effect on both the health of the fish and the quality of the water. Fish should be fed one to three times daily. Only feed as much as they will consume within five minutes.
When the water temperature begins to drop below 50F in the Fall, the fish’s metabolism will slow. Switch to the most digestible food, Spring & Fall Diet. Stop feeding entirely when the water temperature is less than 39F. In the Spring, when water temperature is between 39F and 50F, resume feeding with Spring & Fall Diet. Above 50F, use any of the Koi fish food.
Below is the Seasonal Feeding Cycle Chart
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