Xtreme Scrapers Bottom Feeder Wafer Fish Food
Xtreme Scrapers Sinking Wafer Fish Food
Catfish and especially Plecos need a different diet. Cellulose is a part of that diet in the wild as they feed off the roots and branches of dead and live trees and shrubs. To provide those nutrients in an aquarium we added cellulose in the form of Stinging Nettle extract. Just enough to provide what is needed. We also made the wafer hard and with some weight to encourage the natural scraping habits found in the wild. As these fish are nocturnal, most of the feeding is at night, so this pellet will hold up for hours in the tank and will not foul the water.
We use Green Pea as our primary protein and add fish, herring, kelp, shrimp and seaweed for balanced nutrition.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Form | Wafer |
| Size | Standard wafer size |
| Weight | Approx. 10g per pack |
| Target Species | Catfish, Plecos |
| Submersion | Sinking |
| Contains | Green Pea, Stinging Nettle Extract, Fish Meal, Herring, Kelp, Shrimp, Seaweed |
FAQ
What makes Xtreme Scrapers different from other fish foods?
Xtreme Scrapers includes cellulose from Stinging Nettle extract to mimic natural feeding habits and supports the scraping behavior of catfish and plecos. The wafer is designed to be hard and weighted to encourage natural foraging.
How long does the food stay in the water after being added?
The sinking wafer is formulated to hold up for hours, especially since the fish are nocturnal and feed at night, reducing water fouling.
Is this food suitable for all types of bottom feeders?
This food is specifically formulated for catfish and plecos. It may not be ideal for other species with different dietary needs.
Megan Marshall –
My plecos have been eating this food regularly for three months. They seem more active and their color has improved. The food sinks well and stays in the tank without breaking apart. I appreciate the natural ingredients like stinging nettle and green pea.
Matt Gray –
I switched from regular pellets to Xtreme Scrapers after reading about the scraping behavior. My catfish now spend more time on the bottom, and the food holds up well through the night. It’s a good fit for their natural diet.
Diane Powell –
The texture is firm and the fish enjoy it. It doesn’t disintegrate quickly, which helps keep the water cleaner. I’ve noticed better digestion and more consistent feeding patterns.