We offer a complete line of Koi Food including such brands as; Microbe-Lift Koi Food, Zeigler and more.
Koi Feeding Guide:
A Koi's metabolism functions best at temperatures above 70° F. High protein foods are difficult to digest when the water falls below 65° F. However, Koi still need sufficient carbohydrates for energy when water temperatures are low. This is particularly true for Koi less than 1 year old.
Squash, bread, peas, citrus fruits, and watermelon are good sources of carbohydrates.
Never overfeed your fish! Koi do not have a stomach. Feed smaller quantities more frequently for better nutritional absorption. Feed only as much as the fish will eat in about 3-5 minutes.
Koi pellets should be fresh and used within three months to prevent oxidation of the food.
| Water Temp. (°F.) | Feeding Frequency | Food Type |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 50ºF. | Do not feed Koi. | Temperatures at 50° F. of more than one month may require supplemental feedings of low protein and high carbohydrates. |
| 50-55ºF | 2-3 times a week if Koi are hungry. | High carbohydrate, low protein, laxative type foods. Wheat germ, Cheerios®, squash, lettuce and brown bread. |
| 55-59ºF | 4-5 times per week if Koi are hungry. | Add low protein (25%) pellets along with vegetables. Increase quantities gradually as temperature increases. |
| 59ºF | Once per day six days per week. | Low protein (25%) pellets along with high carbohydrate vegetables and fruit. |
| 60-65ºF | Once per day every day. | Gradually increase protein in pellets (35%) and quantity of pellets. Vary diet with vegetables and fruit. |
| 65-72ºF | Once or twice per day. | Bulk of diet should be 35% protein pellets. Add fruits, vegetables, and plankton for variety. |
| 72-80ºF | 3 to 4 times per day. | High protein pellets (35% to 40%) with color enhancers. Add plankton, vegetables, fruits, and shrimp. |
