FirstBite Veggie Pellets are a high-performance, soft-extruded diet specifically engineered for herbivorous marine and freshwater fish. Formulated from a diverse blend of seven varieties of nutrient-rich seaweed and two species of phytoplankton, these pellets provide a complete and balanced nutritional profile. The low-temperature extrusion process ensures that delicate vitamins, minerals, and oils are preserved, delivering a highly palatable and digestible meal that supports the long-term health and vibrancy of your aquatic livestock.
FirstBite Veggie Pellets are designed to bridge the gap between natural grazing and aquarium convenience while minimizing impact on your filtration system.
Seven-Seaweed Blend: Utilizes a complex variety of algae and phytoplankton to mimic the diverse grazing opportunities found on a natural coral reef.
Low-Temperature Extrusion: Produced at cool temperatures to protect heat-sensitive vitamins and essential fatty acids from degradation during manufacturing.
Minimal Leaching Formula: Features a specialized edible outer layer that seals in nutrients, ensuring they are only released upon consumption to keep your water crystal clear.
Versatile Feeding Options: These soft pellets can be loose-fed, formed into larger pellets for big fish, or even moulded into balls and stuck to the aquarium glass for interactive grazing.
Reef & Filtration Friendly: Specifically designed to complement recirculated filtration systems by providing a high-absorption diet that results in less metabolic waste.
| Constituent | Percentage / Content |
| Protein | 20% |
| Lipids (Fats) | 4.66% |
| Fibre | 1.1% |
| Moisture | ~25% |
| Phosphorus | 0.37% |
| Vitamin A / D3 | 15,000 IU / 3,000 IU per kg |
| Vitamin E / C |
1,000 mg / 1,000 mg per kg |
What pellet sizes are available? The 120g tub is typically available in two sizes: Small (1mm) for nano fish and juveniles, and Medium (2.5mm) for established reef inhabitants.
How often should I feed my fish? Feed 2 to 3 times daily with only as much food as your fish can consume within 3 minutes. Remove any uneaten food to maintain optimal water quality.
Is this food suitable for automatic feeders? Yes! The consistency and shape of these pellets make them excellent for use in most standard automatic drum feeders.
Seachem GarlicGuard: Use to soak pellets for newly introduced or finicky herbivores to stimulate a faster feeding response.
