How to Feed Pond Fish

Pond fish, like fish kept in aquariums, must be fed on a regular basis to ensure that they are getting adequate nutrition.  Make sure that you know exactly what type of fish are located in your pond so that you are able to buy food that is appropriate to keep your fish healthy and happy.

• Count the number of fish that you have in your pond and make sure that you have enough food to make sure that all fish are adequately fed.  You will want to make sure that all of your fish are fed daily and this will be difficult if the fish are fighting for available food.


• Break fish feedings up into three feedings a day.  Fish will need to be fed regular meals like other animals especially in warmer weather to ensure the proper health of your fish.


• Offer different types of fish food in a variety that is enjoyable for the type of fish that you have.  If you are unsure what your fish likes best, go to a local pet supply store and see what type of food that is offered for the type of fish that you have.


• Inspect your fish often to make sure that they are getting proper nutrients in their diet.  If the color of your fish is starting to look dull, add spirulina to their normal diet.  Spirulina is used to bring fish back to a more vibrant color as well as increase the growth rate of your fish.  If your fish seem sick, add fish food with extra vitamin C.  This will help your fish fight off any illnesses or infections that they have contracted.


• When the temperature in your pond starts to drop during colder months make sure that you substitute your normal fish food for a wheat germ fish food.  Wheat germ is easier for fish to digest which is important for fish living in colder temperatures.  At this time you can also drop feedings to twice a day because the metabolism of your fish will not be as fast as it is in warmer weather months.