Hikari Economy Large Pellets 8.8 lb (MPN 38478)

Hikari Economy is an economical daily diet designed for koi and other pond fishes. Through extensive research on their eating habits and living conditions, Hikari developed this diet to provide the basic nutrition needed for these fish to live a long and healthy life. However, it does not enhance their color. One of the benefits of Hikari Economy is that it will not cloud the water. Its floating pellet form allows for easy monitoring of the amount eaten, helping to eliminate over-feeding and reduce water quality problems. Additionally, it contains stabilized Vitamin C, which promotes resistance to stress and infectious diseases, as well as a long and healthy life. While it offers great basic nutrition, it does not enhance the color of the fish. When it comes to feeding suggestions, Hikari recommends feeding one to two times daily when the water temperature is consistently above 60°F, and two to four times daily when it is consistently above 70°F. It is important not to exceed the amount that the fish can eat within three to five minutes to avoid over-feeding and resulting water quality problems. The guaranteed analysis of Hikari Economy includes a minimum crude protein content of 28.0%, minimum crude fat content of 3.0%, maximum crude fiber content of 4.0%, maximum moisture content of 10.0%, and maximum ash content of 8.0%. It also provides minimum levels of phosphorus, Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, and ascorbic acid. In summary, Hikari Economy is an economical daily diet for koi and other pond fishes that provides the basic nutrition necessary for their well-being. While it does not enhance their color, it offers various benefits such as not clouding the water, easy monitoring of the amount eaten, and the promotion of resistance to stress and infectious diseases. Feeding recommendations should be followed to prevent over-feeding and water quality issues.