Seaweed...they love it!

Subject: Seaweed...they love it! Thu Apr 21, 2011 2:56 pm

Hi all, new to this forum and have to say there's so much great stuff on here!
Right so yesterday i went to the beach and picked up some seaweed (Sea Lettuce) and clipped it into my bristlenose tank just out of curiosity and they loved the stuff! Could maybe be something different to tempt those "cucumber only" fish Wink

Subject: Re: Seaweed...they love it! Thu Apr 21, 2011 4:32 pm

I'm all for variety in the BN diet, but just be aware that most sea weeds are high protein. I couldn't find an exact percentage for sea lettuce, but am pretty sure it's not too much less than nori.

Subject: Re: Seaweed...they love it! Thu Apr 21, 2011 6:00 pm

it wouldn't be a regular thing just thought hey its called lettuce for a reason and i'm all for trying out new foods. It does seem to break up quite easily after the BNs have munched into it a bit so probably best not to leave it in for too long.

Subject: Re: Seaweed...they love it! Thu Apr 21, 2011 9:51 pm

Amber wrote:: I'm all for variety in the BN diet, but just be aware that most sea weeds are high protein. I couldn't find an exact percentage for sea lettuce, but am pretty sure it's not too much less than nori.

I would also worry about the salt content.

Subject: Re: Seaweed...they love it! Sat Apr 23, 2011 12:52 pm

There is a seaweed just like nori, but made specifically for fish..I used Omega One..Seaweed strips..in red..my bn babies loved them..some of my tropicals love it too...

Subject: Re: Seaweed...they love it! Sat Apr 23, 2011 4:21 pm

oh thats good to know, i might pick some up as its easier than going to the beach every day or two. Thanks.

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