Robert Brons M.Sc.
Marine Biologist, Brons Mariculture

In our marine ornamental fish hatchery we breed an increasing number of popular coral reef fishes. This environmentally friendly alternative to wild caught fish is warmly welcomed by more and more marine enthusiasts.

With enthusiasm and interest we received the news that Dragon Feeds had developed a new fish food on the basis of aquacultured marine polychaete worms. The fishmeal and fish oil on which fish foods are based traditionally, are derived from wild fish stocks and it always felt contradictory to feed tank raised fishes with a diet prepared from wild fish ingredients. This new food is an important step towards sustainable aquaculture and a responsible marine aquarium hobby.

A vital aspect of fish food, to marine breeders and hobbyists alike, is its fatty acid composition. It was known that marine polychaete worms are especially rich in essential polysaturated fatty acids. Dragon Feeds have succeeded in creating a dry product with an impressive fatty acid profile. As I had the opportunity to do some feeding trials with our tank raised marines, I can say that this food has excellent properties for enhanced growth, health and reproduction.