Feeding and Nutrition :: koi fish food

[yoyopeter]

is it okay to feed my RES koi fish food? these are the ones with the color enhancers.

[octpusgirl8]

I suppose it wouldn't hurt as an occasional treat, but it shouldn't be a big part of his diet. Pellets should be a staple, as well as fresh veggies everyday.

[yoyopeter]

okay, because i heard the color enhancers can be good to turtles some how.

[Fuzzy Hamster]

It is generally never a good idea to feed one type of animal a prepared food intended for another, especially on a regular basis.

Goldfish (& koi) food, in general, is usually very high in fat content, which is not good for your turtle. Pond koi food is typically extremely high in protein, also not good for your turtle. The colour enhancer you are referring to is probably spirulina, which is OK for your turtle but is not a necessary part of a good diet. Also, if your turtle is fed with an appropriate diet intended for a turtle then he/she will develop the colouring that he/she should naturally have, and be much healthier as a result.

I agree with what octpusgirl8 said, but if you need more info, you should refer to the main site for the proper nutrition that your turtle needs; http://www.redearslider.com/index_nutrition.html