Aquarian Algae Wafer
Aquarian Algae Wafer is a general-purpose aquarium food positioned for bottom feeders setups. With 28.0% protein and added spirulina, it is designed for balanced daily feeding. It may be less suitable when you are targeting strict carnivores, fry growth, or specialist feeding goals.
Overall Score
69 / 100
Grade
C
Verdict
Acceptable With Trade-Offs
Based on macro alignment, ingredient hierarchy and species suitability modelling.
Best For
- Bottom feeders
- Nano community fish
- Small community fish
Avoid If
- Raising fry or fast-growth juveniles
Acceptable With Trade-Offs
Top Use Cases
- Bottom feeders
- Nano community fish
- Small community fish
Strengths & Watch Outs
Strengths
- Fibre is within target range for this context
- Includes algae-based ingredients for varied nutrient sources
- Ingredient quality profile is above average for this category
Watch Outs
- Protein sits outside target range (28.0% vs 36.0-46.0%)
- Fat sits outside target range (5.0% vs 6.0-10.0%)
- Ingredient signal: Filler in top 3
Best For These Species
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Score Breakdown
How well macros match target diet groups.
Based on ingredient hierarchy and processing flags.
Format and size alignment with feeding behavior.
- Protein sits outside target range (28.0% vs 36.0-46.0%).
- Fat sits outside target range (5.0% vs 6.0-10.0%).
- Ingredient signal: Filler in top 3.
- Ingredient signal: Vague ingredients.
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein level is relatively low and is better treated as light maintenance rather than growth-focused feeding.
Ingredient Analysis
Protein Sources
Oils & Fats
Additives
Notable Ingredients
Menhaden — Marine fish protein source commonly used to support amino acid density.
Spirulina — Algae-based pigment source that may support coloration.
Kelp — Seaweed ingredient that contributes trace minerals and plant compounds.
View full ingredient list
Cereals, menhaden fish, Spirulina, kelp, Chlorella, alfalfa, vegetable proteins, oils and fats, minerals, yeast
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aquarian Algae Wafer good for Lambchop Rasbora?
Aquarian Algae Wafer currently scores 76/100 for Lambchop Rasbora, based on AquaIndex species-context scoring.
Is this food suitable for bottom feeders?
In the bottom-feeder context, Aquarian Algae Wafer scores 76/100 with suitability 100%.
What is the protein content of Aquarian Algae Wafer ?
Aquarian Algae Wafer lists 28.0% protein in guaranteed analysis. Protein level is relatively low and is better treated as light maintenance rather than growth-focused feeding.
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