Intan Turtle Sticks – Big

Floating premium nutrition sticks for aquatic & semi-aquatic turtles

1. Product Overview

Intan Turtle Sticks (Big) are floating, large-sized sticks formulated for medium to large turtles such as Red-Eared Sliders, Yellow-Bellied Sliders, Map Turtles, Painted Turtles, and adult Indian Roofed/Flap-shell turtles.
Designed to mimic a protein-rich omnivorous diet, these sticks support healthy growth, shell strength, and overall vitality.

2. Key Features

• Floating sticks – encourages natural surface feeding behavior

• Bigger size – ideal for medium to large turtles

• High protein – supports shell and tissue development

• Calcium fortified – promotes strong shell and bone formation

• Balanced vitamins & minerals – improves immunity and appetite

• Easily digestible formula – reduces waste and keeps water clearer

• Bright, fresh-smelling feed – increases acceptance even in picky turtles

3. Likely Ingredients (typical for premium turtle feeds)

Exact composition varies, but commonly includes:

• Fish meal / shrimp meal / krill meal

• Wheat flour / soybean meal as binders

• Spirulina & algae for added nutrients

• Calcium carbonate for shell strength

• Fish oil or shrimp oil (healthy fats)

• Vitamin premix: A, D3, E, B-complex

• Mineral premix: calcium, phosphorus, magnesium

• Natural color enhancers (carotenoids)

4. Nutrition Profile (approximation)

Most large turtle sticks follow similar ranges:

• Protein: 30–40%

• Fat: 4–8%

• Fiber: 2–5%

• Moisture: 8–10%

• Ash: 10–12%

• Added calcium: supplemental

This supports fast growth, shell hardening, and energy maintenance.

5. Suitable For

• Adult Red-Eared Slider

• Yellow-Bellied Slider

• Indian Roofed Turtle

• Indian Flapshell Turtle

• Painted/Map Turtles

• Medium–large omnivorous turtles

Not ideal for:

• Hatchlings (sticks too big)

• Fully carnivorous species (need higher animal protein)

6. Feeding Guide

• Feed once or twice daily

• Only give what they can finish within 2–4 minutes

• Remove uneaten food to avoid water pollution

• For variety, alternate with:

  • Dried shrimps

  • Bloodworms/mealworms (occasionally)

  • Fresh greens for adult sliders (lettuce, duckweed)

7. Benefits

• Enhances shell hardness & color

• Boosts energy and activity

• Supports healthy growth without obesity

• Keeps water cleaner compared to cheap feeds

• Helps maintain strong immunity

8. Storage Tips

• Keep in cool, dry place

• Seal after use

• Avoid direct sunlight

• Use within 6 months of opening for best freshness