How much infusoria do you feed your fry?

Infusoria are tiny microorganisms that are often used as a first food for newly hatched fry. The amount of infusoria you feed your fry will depend on the type of fry and their size. For example, newly hatched fry of egg-laying fish such as guppies and platys will need to be fed very small infusoria, such as paramecia and rotifers. As fry grow larger, you can gradually increase the size of the infusoria you feed them.

A general rule of thumb is to feed fry about two to three times per day. The amount of infusoria you feed each time should be just enough so that the fry can eat it all within a few minutes. Overfeeding can lead to water quality problems, so it is important not to overfeed.

You can culture infusoria at home using a variety of methods. One common method is to use hay or straw. Simply place a small amount of hay or straw in a jar or container filled with water and let it sit for a few days. The hay or straw will start to decompose and release organic matter that will attract infusoria. Once the infusoria have started to grow, you can feed them to your fry.

Another method of culturing infusoria is to use a commercial infusoria culture. These cultures are available at most pet stores and are a convenient way to obtain infusoria. Simply add the desired amount of culture to your fry tank and the fry will start to feed on the infusoria.

Feeding infusoria to your fry is a great way to provide them with the nutrition they need to grow and thrive. By following the above tips, you can ensure that your fry get the best possible start in life.