{"product_id":"hikari-tropical-first-bites-10g","title":"Hikari Tropical First Bites 10g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHikari Tropical First Bites 10g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHikari Tropical First Bites 10g\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fry food made for newborn fish, giving them the nutritional balance they need in the earliest stages of development. It suits aquarists raising the young of live-bearers and egg-layers, in freshwater or saltwater set-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade with freshly harvested, highly nutritious ingredients, including premium-selected fish meal as a protein source rich in amino acids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA balanced nutrient profile for the all-important developmental stage of a fry's life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes proper feeding habits in young fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-floating, so fry at all levels of the aquarium can reach the food easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce the water quality issues common with other fry foods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable as a daily diet for all types of newborn fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMid-water and bottom feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e soak the food in a cup of aquarium water before feeding. This makes it sink more rapidly, so these fry can reach it easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLive-bearers (ovoviviparous):\u003c\/strong\u003e fry can eat First Bites right after birth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEgg-layers (oviparous):\u003c\/strong\u003e fry live off their yolk sac right after birth. Start feeding First Bites just before the yolk sac is fully consumed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor optimum results, feed daily, as often as possible, giving only the amount your fry will consume within 2 to 3 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid feeding larger quantities less often, as this can lead to a lack of nutrition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results, feed up to four times daily, giving an amount that can be consumed within a minute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll types of fry (newborn fish), including live-bearers and egg-layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth freshwater and saltwater environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: semi-floating food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein source: premium-selected fish meal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 10 g (0.35 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHikari Tropical First Bites, 10 g (0.35 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan live-bearer fry eat this food straight after birth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Live-bearers (ovoviviparous) can eat First Bites right after birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I start feeding egg-laying fish fry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEgg-layers (oviparous) live off their yolk sac right after birth. Start feeding just before the yolk sac is fully consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I feed my fry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed daily, as often as possible. For best results, feed up to four times a day, giving an amount the fry can consume within a minute. If you feed less often, give only what they will eat within 2 to 3 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy shouldn't I feed larger amounts less often?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeeding larger quantities less often can cause a lack of nutrition. 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