Are goldfish eating aquatic plants because they are not full? How to feed them correctly

Goldfish may not have enough to eat aquatic plants, because they are not particularly fond of aquatic plants, and they will eat aquatic plants only when they lack food. But there are also some goldfish, even after eating, they will eat aquatic plants. Because they don't feel full, even after they are full, they will want to eat something else. When breeding goldfish artificially, it is best not to put them in fish tanks with too many aquatic plants, so as to avoid them eating all aquatic plants.

1. Do goldfish eat aquatic plants because they are not full

Goldfish may eat aquatic plants because they are not full. First of all, aquatic plants are not their favorite food. They only use aquatic plants as food when they lack food or are too hungry. However, there are also some goldfish with cheap mouths. Even if they feed enough food, they will eat aquatic plants. Family breeding goldfish, it is best not to breed aquatic plants in goldfish tanks. Especially, aquatic plants with small leaves are easily eaten by them, which will affect the ornamental value.

2. How to feed goldfish correctly

1. Feeding amount: goldfish has no stomach and no satiety. Breeders should pay attention not to feed too much, otherwise indigestion may occur. Juvenile goldfish can be fed 2-3 times a day, and the amount of each feeding can be eaten within 5 minutes. Adult goldfish can be fed once a day, and the amount of each feeding can be eaten within 10 minutes.

2. Feeding food: Goldfish is omnivorous fish, and breeders can choose to feed with animal feed and plant feed. This can not only ensure their adequate nutrition, but also ensure their balanced nutrition. The animal feeds suitable for them are abundant shrimp, red worms, water fleas, water earthworms, lean meat, etc., and the plant feeds suitable for them to eat are algae, moss, vegetables, fruits, etc.