✅ What It Is

WA Dwarf Nutrition Sinking Pellets are a high-protein sinking pellet food specially made for dwarf cichlids, Tanganyikan species, and small/medium South American cichlids.
They sink quickly and allow natural mid-to-bottom feeding, which most dwarf cichlids prefer.

⭐ Key Features & Benefits

1. Sinking Formula

• Designed to sink immediately

• Perfect for dwarf cichlids, shell dwellers, and shy bottom feeders

• Prevents aggressive top-feeders from stealing food

• Ideal for species that dislike surface feeding

2. High Protein (≈50%)

• Excellent for growth and muscle development

• Supports breeding behaviour, colour vibrancy, and energy levels

• Suitable for both juvenile and adult dwarf cichlids

3. Colour Enhancement

Contains natural colour enhancers such as:

• Astaxanthin

• Lutein

• Spirulina-derived carotenoids

These help enrich reds, yellows, oranges, blues, and metallic patterns typical in dwarf cichlids.

4. Digestive Support

• Algae powder and plant fibres help smooth digestion

• Reduces chances of bloating and digestive stress

• Highly digestible formula lowers waste production

5. Immunity & Health Boost

Fortified with:

• Vitamins A, C, D, E, K

• Full B-complex

• Trace minerals (zinc, manganese, iron, copper, selenium, iodine)

• Essential amino acids (lysine, methionine, threonine, arginine, alanine, etc.)

These contribute to stronger immunity, better appetite, and overall vitality.

🧪 Typical Ingredients

Marine/Protein Sources:

• Fish Meal

• Shrimp Meal

• Krill Meal

• Fish Oil

Plant & Functional Additives:

• Soy Lecithin

• Wheat Germ

• Algae Powder

• Spirulina content (for colour & digestion)

Colour & Health Additives:

• Astaxanthin

• Lutein

• Beta Carotene

Vitamins & Minerals:

• A, C, D, E, K

• B-Complex

• Trace Elements (Cu, Mn, Fe, Zn, Se, I)

Nutritional Breakdown (Approx):

• Protein: 50%

• Fat: 8%

• Fibre: 4%

• Moisture: 9%

🐟 Suitable For

Perfect for small to medium cichlid species such as:

🟦 African – Tanganyika Dwarfs

• Shell Dwellers (Neolamprologus multifasciatus, similis)

• Julidochromis species

• Small Altolamprologus

• Fairy cichlids

• Small rock dwellers

🟩 South American Dwarfs

• Apistogramma species

• Mikrogeophagus (Bolivian Ram, German Ram)

• Laetacara species

• Nannacara

• Dicrossus

• Keyhole Cichlids

🟨 Medium-sized Omnivorous/ Carnivorous Cichlids

• Juvenile severums

• Juvenile acara

• Small peacocks/hap juveniles (as occasional diet)

🍽️ Feeding Guide

• Feed 1–2 times a day in small portions

• Only give what fish finish in 2–3 minutes

• Remove uneaten pellets from substrate after feeding

• For picky or shy dwarf cichlids, feed in low-flow spots

• For breeding colonies (e.g., shell dwellers), scatter pellets near shells

Pro Tips

• Rotate diet with occasional frozen/live foods (daphnia, bloodworms, brine shrimp)

• Add some spirulina or algae-based food once a week for herbivorous species

• Avoid overfeeding high-protein food in soft-water species prone to bloat

⚠️ Precautions

• Do not overfeed—high protein produces more waste

• Remove leftover pellets to avoid water pollution

• Keep the pack tightly sealed and dry

• Best used as a staple diet, but always give some variety

• For sensitive species (German Rams), feed smaller amounts frequently rather than in bulk

🎯 Summary

WA Dwarf Nutrition Sinking Pellets 220gm is a high-quality, protein-rich staple food perfect for dwarf and small cichlids.
It supports:

• Growth

• Colour enhancement

• Digestion

• Immunity

• Natural feeding behaviour