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When Is The Right Time To Stop Feeding My Pond Fish Or Koi In Rochester NY?

10/6/2016

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When To Stop Feeding Pond Fish & Koi| Rochester NY

When should I stop feeding my pond fish in Rochester NY?

You've enjoyed the summer relaxing next to your Rochester NY water garden and now the time has come when the leaves start littering the ground and our ponds.

The nets are also going over the ponds, but your fish are still swimming around and there is still time to enjoy your pond.  So, the most popular question I receive this time of year is:  What is my fall fish feeding protocol and when should I stop feeding them?

Even though it's fall and the temperatures are falling a well balanced diet is still important for your fish.  When pond temperatures fall below 60-degrees, your fishes’ metabolism and digestive system begins to slow down, which inhibits the ability to digest protein effectively. Investing in a pond thermometer will help you determine when to change the eating regimen of your beloved finned friends.

Aquascape Premium Cold Water Fish Food has been scientifically formulated to provide quality nutrition to all pond fish, including goldfish and koi. The inclusion of spirulina and wheat germ helps make the food easier to digest at colder water temperatures. Feeding your fish the proper food will help ensure your fish survive their winter slumber.

So in conclusion you should still be feeding your fish, but feeding a well balance fall formulated food once the water temperatures reach 60-degrees.  We recommend you stop feeding all together, once water temperatures reach 50-degrees.
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