INTAN Herbivore Wafers (SMALL) – Sinking Wafers

A premium plant-based sinking wafer food formulated for small to medium herbivorous and omnivorous bottom-feeding fish. The SMALL version is ideal for juvenile plecos, smaller pleco species, corydoras, small loaches, mollies, algae eaters, and community fish that graze at the bottom.

1. What These Wafers Are

• A slow-sinking wafer that reaches the bottom gradually.

• Stays intact long enough for grazing fish to eat without disintegrating quickly.

• Specifically made with a vegetarian/herbivore formula rich in greens and spirulina.

• Suitable for community aquariums as well as species-specific tanks.

2. Key Features

• High-fiber, vegetable-based formula for healthy digestion.

• Made with spirulina, leafy greens, and mixed vegetables for color and immunity.

• Ideal size for smaller mouths and gentle grazers.

• Low-waste formulation that reduces cloudiness and keeps water clear.

• Can be used daily as a staple diet.

• Provides nutrients that herbivorous fish would naturally get from algae and plant matter.

3. Typical Ingredients

(General profile based on standard Intan herbivore formulations)

• Spirulina

• Kelp and seaweed meal

• Leafy greens (spinach, alfalfa, kale extracts)

• Wheat germ

• Soybean meal (plant protein)

• Vegetable extracts (carrot, pea, fiber blends)

• Yeast and probiotics

• Vitamins A, C, D3, E

• Essential minerals (iron, magnesium, calcium)

Fully plant-based and easy on the digestive system.

4. Approximate Nutritional Analysis

• Protein: ~28–32%

• Fat: ~4–6%

• Fiber: ~6–10%

• Moisture: ~10%

• Ash: ~8–12%

This makes it ideal for herbivorous fish that require moderate protein and high fiber.

5. Suitable For

Perfect For

• Juvenile and small plecos (bristlenose, rubberlip, dwarf species)

• Corydoras

• Small and mid-sized loaches

• Mollies, platies, guppies that graze on plant materials

• Algae eaters

• Shrimp and snails

• Community tanks with mixed herbivores and omnivores

Not Ideal For

• Large plecos (BIG wafers are better)

• Predatory or strictly carnivorous fish

• Large cichlids that require high-protein diets

6. Feeding Instructions

• Feed 1–3 wafers depending on number of bottom-feeders.

• Let the fish graze for 2–4 hours.

• Remove leftover pieces after 6–8 hours.

• Feed once or twice a day.

• For shy fish or nocturnal bottom dwellers, feed after lights out.

• For shrimp, break the wafer into small pieces.

7. Benefits

• Enhances natural grazing behavior.

• Supports smooth digestion due to high fiber.

• Promotes color vibrancy from spirulina and natural pigments.

• Helps maintain good water quality (minimal crumbling).

• Encourages healthy growth without excessive protein.

• Ideal for community tanks where different species need plant nutrition.

8. When to Choose SMALL vs BIG

Choose SMALL if:

• Fish are small or juvenile

• You’re feeding many smaller community fish

• You want wafers to spread around the tank for multiple fish to reach

Choose BIG if:

• You have large plecos

• You need long-lasting wafers for heavy grazers

• You want fewer, bigger feeding points

9. Storage Tips

• Store in a cool, dry place.

• Keep the pack tightly sealed.

• Best used within 6–8 months of opening.