- Sku: ZM-56
- Vendor: ZooMed
Zoo Med Aquatic Turtle Micro Pellet Hatchling Food
Zoo Med Aquatic Turtle Food, Hatchling Formula is a high-protein floating micro pellet made for baby and juvenile aquatic turtles with a shell up to 2 inches long. The smaller pellet and 43% protein support the fast growth of young sliders, painted turtles, map turtles, musk, mud, and cooter turtles, with all-natural ingredients and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.
Find everything else your shelled friend needs in our Reptile & Turtle Supplies.
Why Hatchlings Love It
- Micro pellet size (about 1/8 inch) is easy for tiny mouths to grab and chew.
- Floating pellets stay at the surface where turtles naturally prefer to feed, so it is easy for them to find their food.
- 43% protein from natural fish and blood meals fuels the rapid growth of hatchlings and juveniles.
- Fortified with fish oil and vitamins and minerals, including stabilized vitamin C, vitamin E, iron, copper, and zinc.
- No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.
Feeding
- Place a small amount of pellets in the water and let your turtle feed for about one hour.
- Net out and discard any uneaten food after that time to keep the water clean.
- Feed hatchlings daily. As the shell grows past 2 inches, step up to the Growth Formula.
Choose Your Size
| Size | Best For |
|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | One or two hatchlings, or trying it out |
| 8 oz | Several turtles or a longer supply, better value |
Specifications
| Brand | Zoo Med |
| Type | Floating micro pellet (about 1/8 in) |
| Best for | Hatchling and juvenile aquatic turtles, shell up to 2 in |
| Crude protein | 43% minimum |
| Key ingredients | Natural fish and blood meals, fish oil, vitamins and minerals |
| Artificial colors, flavors, preservatives | None |
| Available sizes | 1.6 oz, 8 oz |
Recommended Pairings
- Zoo Med Aquatic Turtle Food, Growth Formula is the next step once the shell passes 2 inches.
- Zoo Med ReptiSticks make a great floating staple as your turtle matures.
- Zoo Med Aquatic Turtle Banquet Block for slow-release feeding and extra calcium.
- Zoo Med Turtletherm Heater keeps the water at a healthy temperature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which turtles is this for?
Hatchling and juvenile aquatic turtles with a shell up to about 2 inches, including sliders, painted turtles, map turtles, musk, mud, and cooter turtles.
Do the pellets float?
Yes. The pellets float at the surface, where aquatic turtles like to eat, making the food easy to find.
When should I switch foods?
As your turtle's shell grows past 2 inches, move up to the Growth Formula, then later the Maintenance Formula for adults.
How much should I feed?
Offer a small amount, let your turtle eat for about an hour, then net out anything left over. Feed hatchlings once a day.
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Zoo Med Aquatic Turtle Micro Pellet Hatchling Food
