Types of Fish Food for Koi & Pond Fish

Types of Fish Food for Koi & Pond Fish:

1. Growth Food📈
   • High-protein pellets designed to support rapid development and muscle building.
   • Ideal during spring and summer when fish metabolism is active.
   • Try: Cloverleaf Absolute Growth Pellets (3kg)
2. Colour Enhancing Food🖍️
   • Contains natural pigments like spirulina and astaxanthin.
   • Brings out vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows in koi scales.
3. Wheatgerm Food (Winter Food)❄️
   • Easily digestible at lower temperatures.
   • Essential for autumn and early spring feeding.
   • Helps prevent digestive issues during cold months.
4. Floating vs. Sinking Pellets🛟
   • Floating pellets: Promote surface feeding—ideal for monitoring fish health.
   • Sinking pellets: Good for shy or bottom-dwelling fish.
5. Koi Treats (A Koi Fish’s Delicious Snack)🍎- Bring vibrant colour and enhanced immunity to your healthy pond fish with Cloverleaf Absolute Koi treats, including the new insect and citrus flavoured Orange Koi Treats!

Feeding by Season

• Spring: Gradually reintroduce wheatgerm-based food as temps rise above 8°C.
• Summer: Use high-protein growth food to enhance size and vitality.
• Autumn: Transition back to wheatgerm to prepare for hibernation.
• Winter: Avoid feeding below 8°C; koi won’t digest food properly.

Feeding Tips for Healthy Koi

• Feed 1–2 times daily, only what they consume in 2–3 minutes.
• Remove uneaten food to maintain water clarity.
• Store food in a cool, dry place—moisture degrades quality.
• Supplement with treats: silk worms, bloodworms, shrimp, or peas.

Why Quality Matters

Cheap food often contains fillers and low-grade ingredients that pollute your pond and compromise your koi’s health. Premium pellets offer:

• Balanced nutrients
• Better digestibility
• Stronger immune support

Choosing the right food means healthier fish, better water quality, and a more enjoyable pond. Stock up on season-appropriate, high-quality koi food at Pond Supplies Essex—trusted by UK koi keepers.