{"product_id":"vitalis-tropical-grazing-pellets-8mm-80g","title":"Vitalis Tropical Grazing Pellets 8mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitalis Tropical Grazing Pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e are large, slow-sinking 8mm pellets made for the grazers in a tropical freshwater aquarium. Bottom feeders and browsers such as plecos, larger cichlids, and barbs can nibble at their own pace while the pellets hold their shape without clouding the water. Made in the UK from sustainably sourced ingredients. Browse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\"\u003efish foods\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy Grazing Pellets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:6px 0 0;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow-sinking and slow-release.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pellets settle and hold together, letting grazing fish feed naturally over time instead of racing to the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge 8mm size.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized for bigger mouths and dedicated browsers, so larger fish get a satisfying, mess-free bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlgae and marine protein blend.\u003c\/strong\u003e A balanced mix of sustainably sourced fish proteins and nutrient-dense algae delivers essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural color support.\u003c\/strong\u003e Added astaxanthin helps bring out rich, vibrant coloration, with no artificial colorants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhat Fish It Suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for plecos and other catfish, larger cichlids, barbs, and other medium to large tropical community fish that like to browse and graze along the bottom and decor. Because the pellets sink and stay intact, they are a great fit for shy or nocturnal bottom feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer one or more pellets appropriate to your tank size and stocking, once or twice a day. Feed only what your fish consume in a few hours and remove anything left uneaten. Their slow-sinking, shape-holding form makes them easy to target to the bottom of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fish and fish derivatives, derivatives of vegetable origin, oils and fats, algae, molluscs and crustaceans, minerals, vitamins. Fortified with astaxanthin for color plus added vitamins A, D3, and E and trace minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:38%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eVitalis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFood Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSlow-sinking grazing pellet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePellet Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e80 g (2.82 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003ePlecos, catfish, larger cichlids, barbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater tropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMade in the United Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:6px 0 0;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed a daily staple with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/vitalis-tropical-pellets\"\u003eVitalis Tropical Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/vitalis-tropical-flakes-40gm\"\u003eVitalis Tropical Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget your plecos and catfish with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/vitalis-catfish-pellets-1mm\"\u003eVitalis Catfish Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding cichlids too? Try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/vitalis-cichlid-herbivore-pellets\"\u003eVitalis Cichlid Herbivore Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo these cloud the water?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. They are formulated to hold their shape and sink slowly, so they feed grazing fish without fouling the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat fish are they for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grazing and bottom-feeding tropical fish such as plecos, larger cichlids, and barbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater or saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater tropical aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vitalis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49117651599579,"sku":"00037","price":15.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/Vitalis-Marine-Tropical-Pellets-8mm-80g.jpg?v=1786272387","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/vitalis-tropical-grazing-pellets-8mm-80g","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}