{"product_id":"dymax-bottom-feeder-elite","title":"Dymax Bottom Feeder Elite","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDymax Bottom Feeder Elite\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDymax Bottom Feeder Elite\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sinking wafer food for freshwater bottom-dwelling fish such as catfish, loaches and corydoras. It is a protein-rich, nutritionally balanced, fibre-rich diet that sinks to the substrate where these fish feed. It is also available in a medium pellet format for larger bottom feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly digestible, fibre-rich formula that promotes healthy digestion in bottom dwellers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps keep aquarium water clean. The wafers are designed to hold their shape and not leach colour into the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpirulina and astaxanthin enhance natural fish colouration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrimp and vegetable ingredients give a varied, balanced menu for bottom feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStabilised Vitamin C supports immune health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinking wafers in mini and medium sizes, from 1.6 mm to 2.5 mm, so the food suits both small and larger bottom feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrop the wafers into the aquarium so they sink to the bottom, where catfish, loaches and other bottom feeders can reach them easily. Choose the wafer size to suit the mouth size of your fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed 1-2 times daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer only the amount your fish will consume within half an hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshwater bottom-feeding fish, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlecostomus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOtocinclus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther bottom-feeding fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.6 mm mini wafers are ideal for smaller bottom feeders such as corydoras, otocinclus and juvenile catfish. The medium pellet format is intended for larger bottom feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude Protein: Min. 42%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude Fat: Min. 8%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude Fibre: Max. 4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture: Max. 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWafer size: 1.6 mm - 2.5 mm sinking wafers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes spirulina, astaxanthin, shrimp and vegetable ingredients and stabilised Vitamin C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 60g (mini wafers 1.6mm), 160g (mini wafers 1.6mm), 560g (2.5mm size) and 1.2kg (2.5mm size).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size fish is this food suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 1.6 mm mini wafers are ideal for smaller bottom feeders like corydoras, otocinclus and juvenile catfish. The 2.5 mm size, offered as a medium pellet format, is intended for larger bottom feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the wafers dissolve quickly and cloud my water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. They are designed to keep their shape and not leach colour, which helps keep your aquarium water clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I feed my bottom feeders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFeed 1-2 times daily, giving only what your fish will eat within half an hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the protein and fibre content?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe guaranteed analysis is a minimum of 42% crude protein, a minimum of 8% crude fat, a maximum of 4% crude fibre and a maximum of 10% moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat ingredients help with colour and health?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe formula contains spirulina and astaxanthin to enhance natural colouration, plus shrimp and vegetable ingredients. Stabilised Vitamin C supports immune health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich pack size should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nChoose the wafer size by fish size: mini wafers (1.6 mm) come in 60g and 160g packs, and the 2.5 mm size comes in 560g and 1.2kg packs. 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