View Full Version : Feed 1 or 2 times a day
AC2020x
03-13-2009, 10:57 AM
Hey, I have 2 percula Clowns which are very active eaters and a scooter blenny which normally eats any leftover stuff/stuff in the tank. -- and he eats flake food cause thats all they were feeding him at the pet store and he was living perfectly healthily there for at least like 3 months before I picked it up. So should i feed my fish once or twice a day? I know they like smaller feedings but is once a day good enough? Thanks!!!
KingConch
03-13-2009, 11:28 AM
i would say two small feedings
Fish-Addict
03-13-2009, 11:41 AM
If they are active fish the they should be fed two small feeds per day.
BoCoMo
03-13-2009, 11:41 AM
i would say two small feedings
Definitely!
You can use an autofeeder for both feedings or only one and hand feed the other (I like this because it helps build a relationship between you and your fish!) :)
excuzzzeme
03-13-2009, 12:48 PM
I agree that 2 smaller feedings are better than 1 large one.
Amphiprion
03-13-2009, 4:25 PM
It really varies on the way you feed and upon the dietary needs of the fish. Some fish may need to be fed a few times per week (once on each day), whereas others may need 3-5 feedings per day, depending upon available natural food. I honestly vary the frequency on my tank, which could consist from one to several small feedings per day. Some days I'll even fast the fish.
I'd go with the 2 smaller feeds, but Amphiprion above also has a point - fasting your fish for a day sometimes is good for cleaning out their digestive tracts and good to prevent even more nitrogenous waste buildup! I bought a pair of ocellaris clowns a few weeks ago because I needed yellow/orange in my tank but I detested them on principle ("OMG ITS A NeMO LAWL!!!11!one!1"). They have since become my favourite fish just to spite me, and are an absolute joy to keep! I hope all goes well with your kids :)