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product_id: 42282608
title: "BOTTOM FEEDER PELLETS WITH SQUID Fish Food 4.0-Ounce Container"
brand: "api"
price: "R267"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Api"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/42282608-bottom-feeder-pellets-with-squid-fish-food-4-0-ounce
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Optimal protein blend for healthy growth Formulated for less ammonia, cleaner water Squid, mussel & seaweed for superior nutrition BOTTOM FEEDER PELLETS WITH SQUID Fish Food 4.0-Ounce Container

**Brand:** api
**Price:** R267
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐠 Feed smart, keep your tank pristine, and watch your bottom feeders thrive!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BOTTOM FEEDER PELLETS WITH SQUID Fish Food 4.0-Ounce Container by api
- **How much does it cost?** R267 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/42282608-bottom-feeder-pellets-with-squid-fish-food-4-0-ounce)

## Best For

- api enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted api brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted by Aquarists:** Loved by pros and hobbyists alike, with a 4.7-star rating and proven long-term fish vitality.
- • **Digestive Health Boost:** Highly digestible ingredients reduce waste and promote optimal nutrient absorption.
- • **Tailored for Slow Feeders:** Sinking pellets designed for bottom feeders’ natural habits, ensuring no wasted food or water pollution.
- • **Cleaner Tank, Happier Fish:** Up to 30% less ammonia production means clearer water and less stress for your aquatic friends.
- • **Premium Protein Powerhouse:** Supports vibrant, healthy bottom feeders with a nutrient-rich squid and mussel formula.

## Overview

API Bottom Feeder Pellets with Squid is a 4-ounce container of sinking fish food specially formulated for bottom-dwelling species like catfish and loaches. It combines squid, mussel, and seaweed to deliver optimal protein and nutrition, promoting healthy growth and vibrant coloration. Designed for easy digestion, it produces up to 30% less ammonia than competitors, resulting in cleaner, clearer water and a healthier aquatic environment. Ideal for slow feeders, this premium formula minimizes waste and supports digestive health, making it a top choice for professional and hobbyist aquarists.

## Description

Feed your bottom fish a delicious, nutrient-rich food that produces less ammonia for cleaner, clearer water with API BOTTOM FEEDER SHRIMP PELLETS Optimal Protein Sinking Pellets. Overfeeding, low palatability and low quality lead to unconsumed or poorly digested food which causes waste and raises ammonia levels. High levels of ammonia are toxic to fish and can cause gill damage, stress, illness and death. API Fish Food produces up to 30% less ammonia than leading competitor foods because they are made with highly palatable shrimp and nutritionally enhanced protein for maximum digestion. The more nutrients your fish digests, the less waste and ammonia. It is a complete and balanced diet for all bottom-feeding fish including Catfish, Plecostomus and Loaches. Feed twice a day, and provide only as much as your fish will consume within 30 minutes. API Fish Food is formulated for a variety of popular fish such as cichlids, goldfish, tetra, betta, angelfish and more with high quality ingredients fish love such as algae, shrimp, worms and more. Keep your fish healthy, happy and colorful with food that contains optimal levels of nutrients as well as helps produce less waste, toxins and stress. For delayed release try API VACATION and WEEKEND PYRAMID FEEDERS.

Review: I have had good results from API products for years - The fish in my tank like the stuff and are thriving. I have had catfish that have lived for many years.
Review: Good value for the price - I got this big container and hopefully this fish feeder pellets would stay fresh.

## Features

- Contains one (1) API BOTTOM FEEDER PELLETS WITH SQUID Fish Food 4.0-Ounce Container
- Includes optimal protein sources to support healthy fish and ideal growth
- Contains squid pellet, mussel, and seaweed for improved nutrition and great taste
- Formulated for easy digestion, leading to less toxic ammonia and cleaner, clearer water
- Feed as much as fish can consume in 30 minutes as bottom feeders have slower feeding habits

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005XDCNMW |
| ASIN  | B005XDCNMW |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #21,851 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #198 in Aquarium Fish Food |
| Brand Name | API |
| Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds |
| Color | no Color |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (825) |
| Date First Available | September 29, 2011 |
| Date First Available  | September 29, 2011 |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Department  | Unisex-Adult |
| Directions | Feed twice a day, only as much as fish will consume within 3 minutes. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.5 x 2.5 x 4.75 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 4.61 x 2.36 x 2.28 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.39 Pounds |
| Item model number | 841B |
| Item model number  | 841B |
| Manufacturer | Mars Fishcare |
| Manufacturer  | Mars Fishcare |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | BOTTOM FDR SHRIMP PLTS 4 OZ |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 2.5 x 2.5 x 4.75 inches; 6.24 ounces |
| Size | 4 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
| Specific Uses for Product | Digestive Health |
| Style | Bottom Feeders |
| Target Audience Keyword | algae-eaters, betta-fish, bottom-feeder-fish, cichlid-fish, fish, goldfish, invertebrate-fish, mollusks, octopuses, rays, sharks, snails |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** API
- **Flavor:** Shrimp
- **Item Form:** Pellet
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Digestive Health

## Images

![BOTTOM FEEDER PELLETS WITH SQUID Fish Food 4.0-Ounce Container - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71iT2251BCL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do the pellets stay intact or crumble once they sink?**
A: from what I've seen, they stay intact for a while, and I've they absorb a bunch of water after 10-20 minutes, they become softer for the fish (or even dwarf frogs) to eat. my catfish will even go at them while they're still solid

**Q: Can my snails eat this?**
A: I would suggest comparing the ingredients lists to get an accurate answer.   Years back I had some Assassin Snails in one of my small 30 gal aquariums and never supplied them with foods. They ate algae off the glass and rocks and other decor.  Since I only ise API Cichlid Pellets for all my aquariums (for over 12 years) it is possible that the snails might have eaten some but These are floating pellets - they float on water surface and fish come up to eat them.

**Q: Are these good for Tetra's as well?**
A: Yes, can you use these for tetras as well.

**Q: can you feed upside down catfish and gourami with this?**
A: It quickly falls to the bottom and and is eaten by any fish willing to bottom feed. I got it for my Koris.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have had good results from API products for years
*by C***R on October 21, 2024*

The fish in my tank like the stuff and are thriving. I have had catfish that have lived for many years.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value for the price
*by S***O on January 18, 2026*

I got this big container and hopefully this fish feeder pellets would stay fresh.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ With the money. I will continue to order.
*by A***R on February 9, 2026*

Sinks well. My little guts love them.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-07*