Feeder Fish Information

A feeder fish is a type of fish that is given to predatory fish for food. Generally, the feeder fish does not serve of any nutritional value to the predatory fish, but it can help with the fish's natural instincts. 

A feeder fish is any type of small fish that is placed in a tank to be used as food for a much larger fish breed. The fish is not of any nutritional value to the predatory fish, but many owners enjoy watching the large fish take place in its natural hunting behavior. Since feeder fish do not benefit the predatory fish in any way, they should only be used as an occasionally treat for the hunter, not an entire diet.

Feeder fish may cause health problems for your predatory fish. The feeder fish are often raised in very large quantities and receive little if any care other than being fed. The breeding ground for the feeder fish is often packed with harmful bacteria and parasites. The feeder fish may carry these harmful agents into your tank if they are not inspected for infection prior to being fed to your predatory fish.

Some people tend to keep feeder fish as pets because they are very inexpensive. Although they are inexpensive, the feeder fish require the same tank set-ups as more expensive breeds. Feeder fish often die shortly after purchase because of the poor living conditions they were bred in. You may have to purchase expensive devices and medications to try and keep your feeder fish alive.