4 Types of Sinking Tropical Fish Food

Corydoras catfish feeding at the bottom of a tropical aquarium

The four main types of sinking tropical fish food are pellets and granules, wafers, tablets, and gel food. Here is how each one works and which bottom feeders it suits.

Feeding Goldfish While on Vacation

A healthy goldfish can skip food for a week or so. For longer trips, use a tested automatic feeder or a fish sitter with pre-portioned meals, and avoid overfeeding.

Damselfish Fish Food

Blue damselfish swimming among coral reefs

What do damselfish eat? Feed marine flakes or pellets, frozen shrimp and algae in small portions, and manage aggression at feeding time.

Best Food For Ranchu Goldfish

Ranchu goldfish swimming

Ranchu goldfish need easy-to-swallow, sinking or soaked food and plenty of fiber. Here is what to feed and how to avoid swim bladder trouble.

Can Goldfish Eat Mealworms?

Goldfish swimming in a home aquarium

Goldfish can eat mealworms, but only occasionally and in small, chopped or softened pieces. Learn the risks and better protein options.