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Coral & Invertebrate Nutrition

Ocean Nutrition Coral Pellets

Q: How do I feed Ocean Nutrition Coral Pellets to LPS corals?

Choose the pellet for the coral: 2.5 mm for Ricordea and smaller LPS corals, 6 mm for larger LPS corals such as Scolymia and Trachyphyllia. Feed every other day, and limit feeding to no more than 30% of the polyps in a colony to prevent overfeeding. Once opened, keep the pack refrigerated at 4–6 °C.

LPS Target FoodSoft Semi-MoistTwo Pellet Sizes

Ocean Nutrition Coral Pellets are soft, semi-moist pellets made as a convenient way to target feed corals. Two sizes match two kinds of feeder: 2.5 mm pellets with small planktonic prey such as copepods for Ricordea and smaller LPS corals, and 6 mm pellets with larger prey such as krill for larger LPS corals.

Pellet Size: Small (2.5 mm)

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Technical details

Food Type	Soft, semi-moist sinking pellet
Small Pellet (± 2.5 mm)	Ricordea and smaller LPS corals such as Acanthastrea, Blastomussa and Lobophyllia
Large Pellet (± 6 mm)	Larger LPS corals such as Scolymia, Lobophyllia, Trachyphyllia, Duncanopsammia and Catalaphyllia
Key Ingredients	Marine copepods, fish fillets, krill, squid, adult brine shrimp, marine fish eggs, mussels
Protein	35.0%
Fat	8.0%
Fibre	1.0%
Ash	8.0%
Moisture	25.0%
Feeding	Every other day, to no more than 30% of the polyps in a colony

Pack size: 100g, nitrogen-flushed. Store unopened at room temperature; after opening, refrigerate at 4–6 °C and keep moisture out of the pack.

How do I feed Ocean Nutrition Coral Pellets to LPS corals?

Choose the pellet for the coral: 2.5 mm for Ricordea and smaller LPS corals, 6 mm for larger LPS corals such as Scolymia and Trachyphyllia. Feed every other day, and limit feeding to no more than 30% of the polyps in a colony to prevent overfeeding. Once opened, keep the pack refrigerated at 4–6 °C.

The Science of Nutrition

Formulated & Tested by Aquaculture Biologists

Ocean Nutrition diets combine fresh fish protein and seafood with vitamins, minerals and carotenoids to support colour, vitality and the immune system.

Fresh Marine Seafood

Fresh fish protein with seafood such as salmon, plankton, squid, krill, clams and brine shrimp forms the base of the flake formulas.

Soft Moist Pellets

The marine Formula pellets are soft, moist and easily digestible, packed in nitrogen-flushed foil to limit oxidation and keep them fresh.

Vivid Natural Colour

Carotenoids, krill and Spirulina across the range support the natural colouration of marine and freshwater fish.

Clean Water Formula

The flakes, pellets and wafers are formulated not to cloud aquarium water when fed as directed.

Ocean Nutrition Coral Pellets FAQs

How often should LPS corals be fed Coral Pellets?

Feed every other day, and limit feeding to no more than 30% of the polyps in a coral colony to help prevent overfeeding.

Which pellet size is best for my corals?

The 2.5 mm pellets are intended for Ricordea and smaller LPS corals such as Acanthastrea, Blastomussa and Lobophyllia. The 6 mm pellets are for larger LPS corals including Scolymia, Trachyphyllia, Duncanopsammia and Catalaphyllia.

How should I store Coral Pellets?

Keep the unopened pack at room temperature. After opening, refrigerate it at 4–6 °C and prevent moisture from getting into the pack.

What is the protein content of Coral Pellets?

The guaranteed analysis is 35.0% protein, 8.0% fat, 1.0% fibre, 8.0% ash and 25.0% moisture. The high moisture is what keeps the pellets soft.

Should I use Coral Pellets or Reef Pulse?

Coral Pellets are placed on individual LPS polyps. Reef Pulse is a powder with particles from 5 to 400 microns that also feeds SPS corals, tube worms and other filter feeders. Many reef keepers use both.

Is Ocean Nutrition Coral Pellets available in South Africa?

Yes. Jungle Aquatics sells the 100g pack in Small (2.5 mm) and Large (6 mm) pellets, in store in Fourways, Johannesburg, and online with delivery across South Africa.

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