Amount of protein per kilogram of fish

Amount of protein per kilogram of fish

In Fish Management, an amount of protein per kilogram of body weight can be selected for each Koi.
Below are a number of amounts of protein per kilogram of fish that can be used as a guideline.
Ultimately, the quality of the fish food (protein) is an important factor to achieve good results and the lowest possible load on the pond water and filter system.
• 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight Koi, this is the absolute survival minimum for a carp.
• 3 to 4 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight Koi can be used as an adjustment for the maintenance of fully grown Koi.
• 7 to 8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight Koi per day provides the most efficient utilization of proteins.
• 12 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight Koi per day gives rise to the best growth results, but also results in an enormous load on the filter.