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Dr Bassleer Bio Fish Foodbox XL 1.2 - 1.6 mm – Freshwater & Marine fish
Read below to see what varieties are best for your fish!
1 x 60g XL Regular
1 x 60g XL Chlorella
1 x 60g XL Garlic
1 x 60g XL Acai
For an optimal nutrition, not only the nutritional quality but also the versatility of the diet are crucial. Even the best food is not the best possible solution either with permanent and sole use. Variety makes the difference. Even in nature, a fish do not find the same food every day. An optimal diet consists of a varying feeding with different varieties of high- quality food.
The DR. BASSLEER BIOFISH FOOD FOODBOX is the STARTING POINT to enter the large selection of DR. BASSLEER BIOFISH FOOD. The attractive box contains granulated food in four different varieties, which are offered alternately to the fish. The DR. BASSLEER BIOFISH FOOD FOODBOX is an ideal present for the ambitious aquarist. It is also the perfect starter box of food for any type of fish and gives you the perfect variety for your fish.
Dr. Bassleer Biofish Food = Premium fish food & a complete diet used for almost all species of aquarium fish.
Dr. Bassleer Biofish Food, is much richer in nutrients and more economical to use than many other ornamental fish food. Feed your fish no more than what all of them eat within a few minutes.
What varieties are suitable for my fish? We recommend mixing & alternating varieties for a complete diet
Tetras = REGULAR & all other varieties of food
Barbs, sharks, loaches etc = REGULAR + CHLORELLA & all other varieties of food
Gourami = REGULAR, CHLORELLA, HERBAL & all other varieties of food
Betta = CAVAR, HERBAL, Acai & all other varieties of food
Killies = CHLORELLA, HERBAL, ACAI & all other varieties of food
Livebearers/Guppies = CHLORELLA, GREEN & all other varieties of food
Catfish including Corydoras = REGULAR, CHLORELLA & all other varieties of food
L-number Plecos = CHLORELLA, GREEN & all other varieties of food
Malawi Cichlids = GREEN, HERBAL, GARLIC, ACAI & all other varieties of food
Tanganyika Cichlids = GREEN, HERBAL, GARLIC, ACAI & all other varieties of food
South/Central-American Cichlids = ACAI, CHLORELLA, GARLIC & all other varieties of food
Goldfish & Fancy Goldfish = HERBAL, CHLORELLA & all other varieties of food
Shrimp = SHRIMP STICKS but also ALOE & HERBAL
Baby & Nano fish = BABY & NANO
Difficult eaters = To start with CAVAR & GARLIC; later on all other varieties of food
Herbivores = GREEN, HERBAL, GARLIC & all other varieties of food
In case of illness feed the below Dr. BASSLEER BIOFISH FOOD for a MINIMUM 10 days as a possible ‘cure’! Give no other food!
White Spot/ICH/Velvet/Cloudy turbid skin = MATRINE
Skinny or emaciation = HERBAL or GSE/MORINGA or FUCO
Internal small parasites = GARLIC or LAPACHO
Internal worm parasites = PUMPKIN or GARLIC
Skin or Gill flukes = GARLIC: feed for 30 days
Hole-in-the-Head Disease/HLLS = LAPACHO
Damaged fins, skin with lesions = 10 days ALOE & then 10 days CHLORELLA
Mouth rot, fin rot, red wounds, ulcers= FUCO or GSE/MORINGA or PROFESSIONAL TREAT
When stress or new arrivals = FORTE or PROFESSIONAL CARE
Prevention of fish disease = FORTE or PROFESSIONAL CARE: 10days/month
Loss of colour = ACAI
General treatment = PROFESSIONAL TREAT
ALL FISH = All fish can eat all varieties including Regular flakes, Excel flakes, Flora flakes & Forte flakes
Dr. Bassleer Biofish Food consists mainly of Scandinavian wild fish. It contains a high percentage of proteins (52%) and all the vitamins, trace elements and minerals fish need. Added probiotica Pediococcus acidilactici to helps the gut bacteria in the defense system of the fish = to prevent fish diseases! We add also prebiotics and nutriments that have guaranteed 100% active ingredients.
Composition: Fish and fish derivatives, cereals, and crustaceans, derivatives of vegetable origin, yeast, minerals
Additives: Dietary physiological additives per kg: Vitamin A 7,500 IU, vitamin C 1,000 mg, vitamin D3 750 IU, vitamin E 400 mg, Zootechnical additives per kg: Pediococcus acidilactici (4.d1712) 3,000 CFU/mg
Ingredients: Crude protein 54 %, crude oils and fats 16 %, crude ash 10 %, crude fiber 4 %, calcium 2 %, phosphorus 1.5 % Guaranteed free of artificial colours
Q: How much is postage cost?
A: All dry goods are $8.95 flat shipping, $11.95 for Plants express postage and live stock are $20 express postage flat. Handling time applies.
Q: Where do we ship ?
A: We ship Australia wide but Live stock are not shipped to WA,NT & Tasmania because of the state law.
Q: Where do we ship from ?
A: We ship from Sydney,
Q: When do we ship ?
A: All dry goods are shipped Monday - Friday. Live Goods are shipped Mon - Wed depending where you are.
Q: Can I Pick Up ?
A: We are not offering any pickup at this stage
A: All dry stock can be returned back. Live goods are not refundable. Shipping cost will be deducted upon return of the item and also customer is responsible to send the item back.
We do ship dry goods.
Step 1: Prepare the necessary materials
Clean bucket or container large enough
Airline tubing
Air pump (optional but recommended)
Adjustable valve or knot (to regulate the flow of water) or get a abquatics drip kit
Clean, dechlorinated water (ideally matching the temperature and pH of your tank)
Step 2: Set up the drip acclimation system
Fill a clean bucket or container with the clean, dechlorinated water.
Attach one end of the airline tubing to an air pump (if using) and place the other end inside the bucket. Make sure it reaches the bottom of the container.
Step 3: Start the drip
Open the bag containing the aquatic animals and carefully pour the entire contents into the bucket, including the water from the transport bag.
Start a siphon by sucking on the free end of the airline tubing or use a siphon starter. This will initiate a slow drip of water into the bucket.
Step 4: Adjust the drip rate
Use an adjustable valve or tie a knot in the airline tubing to regulate the drip rate. Aim for approximately 2-4 drips per second.
The slow drip helps gradually mix the water in the bucket with the water from the transport bag, preventing any sudden changes in water parameters.
Step 5: Monitor the process
Keep an eye on the acclimation process and periodically test the water parameters in the bucket using a test kit. This helps ensure a smooth transition.
Depending on the sensitivity of the animals and the water parameters involved, the acclimation process may take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few hours.
Step 6: Adjust water volume if needed
If the water volume in the bucket becomes too high, you can remove some water and continue the drip acclimation process with fresh, dechlorinated water. Be cautious not to remove too much water, as it can lead to sudden changes in water parameters.
Step 7: Transfer the animals to the tank
Once the acclimation process is complete, gently net the aquatic animals from the bucket and transfer them to the tank. Avoid adding the water from the acclimation container to the tank to prevent any potential contamination.
Step 8: Dispose of the acclimation water
After transferring the animals, discard the acclimation water from the bucket. Do not pour it directly into any drains or natural bodies of water.
By following these steps, you can safely and gradually acclimate your shrimp, snails, and fish to their new tank environment after transport. Remember, it's important to monitor the process closely and make adjustments as necessary to ensure a smooth transition for your aquatic pets.