Yes, you can feed your koi live minnows, as they are a natural part of their diet in the wild. However, it's important to ensure that the minnows are healthy and free from diseases to prevent any potential harm to your koi. Additionally, be cautious with the size of the minnows; they should be appropriately sized to avoid choking hazards. Regularly feeding live minnows can also lead to unbalanced nutrition, so it's best to offer them as an occasional treat rather than a staple food.
I feed mine goldfish flakes and they eat it.
Yes, koi are omnivorous and may eat small fish like minnows if given the opportunity. However, in a well-fed koi pond with ample food, they are less likely to hunt for minnows. It is always best to provide a balanced diet for koi to prevent them from preying on other fish in the pond.
My two turtles have lived with minnows that I bought to feed them for about two years without hurting one, but they do like pet goldfish. ; p
Minnows are small fish, and they live in ponds. So ponds are the habitats of minnows.
sometimes is okay
Minnows should be fed once or twice a day, depending on the size of the minnows and how much they eat each time. It's important not to overfeed them to prevent water quality issues in the tank. Feed only as much as they can consume in a few minutes.
Yes. Many species of minnows live there. Also riverine environs, sometimes impoundments.
1. You might get other Koi in a fight 2. You can leave a mess in their home, and might make them find somewhere else to live... which changes a lot of things around.
minnows are found in nearly every stream in the country.
i feed mine 4 minnows/baby fish. a favorite is dead blugill
Minnows can eat a variety of foods such as commercial fish flakes, freeze-dried bloodworms, and live or frozen brine shrimp. It is also important to feed them a varied diet to ensure they receive all the necessary nutrients for their health and well-being. Avoid overfeeding minnows as it can lead to water quality issues in their tank.
minnow live in ponds, lakes and rivers.