--- product_id: 45424302 title: "Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587" brand: "fluval" price: "£14.09" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Fluval" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/45424302-bug-bites-bottom-feeder-fish-food-sticks-for-medium-to store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Sinking sticks 17-20mm ideal for bottom feeders 40% Black Soldier Fly Larvae protein Made in Canada, small batch freshness Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 **Brand:** fluval **Price:** £14.09 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🐟 Feed the future: Sustainable nutrition that bottom feeders can’t resist! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 by fluval - **How much does it cost?** £14.09 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/45424302-bug-bites-bottom-feeder-fish-food-sticks-for-medium-to) ## Best For - fluval enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted fluval brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Balanced Daily Diet:** Fortified with essential vitamins, amino acids, and minerals to support your fish’s all-day vitality. - • **Insect-Powered Nutrition:** Harness the natural protein punch of 40% nutrient-rich Black Soldier Fly Larvae for thriving bottom feeders. - • **Precision Feeding Format:** Sinking sticks sized 17-20mm ensure targeted delivery right where your fish crave it most. - • **Omega-Rich Wellness Boost:** Infused with whole salmon and shrimp meal, packed with Omega 3 & 6 for vibrant skin, scales, and fins. - • **Sustainably Crafted Freshness:** Small batch production in Canada guarantees premium quality with no artificial fillers or preservatives. ## Overview Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food delivers a cutting-edge, insect-based diet featuring 40% Black Soldier Fly Larvae as the primary ingredient. Designed specifically for medium to large bottom feeders, these 17-20mm sinking sticks provide a balanced blend of high-quality proteins, Omega fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Produced in small batches in Canada without artificial additives, this formula ensures maximum freshness and optimal health benefits, making it the go-to choice for discerning aquarists seeking sustainable, nutrient-dense feeding solutions. ## Description Fluval Bug Bites is a complete fish food that features a unique insect-based formulation, enriched with multiple quality proteins and carbohydrates that are ideal for bottom feeders. This formula incorporates a healthy mix of animal proteins, vegetables and fiber, which is ideal for all types of plecos and ancistrus. Insects are hunted by fish in the wild as they offer a widely available food source. The instinctive feeding habit is the foundation behind Bug Bites, which are formulated with nutrient-rich insect larvae and enriched with multiple quality proteins, vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Most freshwater fish are omnivores and regularly feed on insects in the wild. However, not all insects are created equally when it comes to a fish’s diet. Bug Bites are formulated with sustainably harvested Black Soldier Fly Larvae (#1 ingredient across all formulas), which are raised on fruits and vegetables for exceptional “super food” nutrition. Using a unique cultivation process, BSFL are grown under controlled conditions for total sustainability that preserves natural environments. Under controlled conditions, Black Soldier Flies produce larvae, which naturally feed on decaying organic matter. Unconsumed fruits and vegetables are used as larvae feed. The larvae consume the feed, converting the nutrients into protein and healthy fat. After a 2-week feeding cycle, the larvae are harvested and dried. The dried larvae are mixed with other high-quality proteins, vitamins, minerals and trace elements to offer a complete and balanced daily diet. In addition to BSFL, Bug Bites offer other excellent protein sources such as Herring & Shrimp Meal, which are also rich in Omega-3 for healthy skin, scales, fins and colors. Unlike big brand fish foods, Bug Bites are always prepared in small batches for superior control and quality assurance. The proximity of our ingredients (most of which are delivered right before production) also offer maximum freshness, which translates into better palatability. Review: Great food. Tropical freshwater fish of all kinds LOVE it. - This is the food of choice in all of my tropical freshwater community tanks. I have a wide variety of picky fish. Most pellets and flakes are completely ignored, even by my top and midwater feeders. Those same top and mid water feeders rush to the bottom when these sinking pellets drop. As they pick at them, particles enter the water column and others feed mid water. I never have to worry that someone is going hungry and the pellets are completely consumed in a matter of hours, leaving no waste to pollute the tanks. I usually feed these twice a day. Since my plecos are nocturnal, I drop some in in the evening because the other fish have completely eaten what went in in the morning. Review: Great food - All my fish loves these ## Features - Bottom feeder fish food that contains up to 40%, nutrient-rich Black Soldier Fly Larvae, the first ingredient - High in multiple proteins like whole salmon – rich in Omega 3 and 6 for healthy skin, scales and fins - Fortified with essential vitamins, amino acids and minerals for a balanced daily diet - Sinking stick format (17-20mm) – ideal for bottom feeders; feed as much as fish can eat in two minutes, two or three times daily - Sustainably processed in small batches for quality control and maximum freshness - Made in Canada with no artificial fillers, colors or preservatives ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B071NMTNM1 | | Additional Features | Lightweight, Portable | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Allergen Information | Salmon | | Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet | | Animal Food Ingredient Claim | No Artificial Colors | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,873 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #66 in Aquarium Fish Food | | Brand | Fluval | | Brand Name | Fluval | | Breed Recommendation | Medium Breeds | | Container Type | Pouch | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,212 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Medium | | Flavor | Seafood | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00015561165877 | | Included Components | Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Sticks 4.59 oz | | Item Form | Stick | | Item Type Name | Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 | | Item Weight | 0.31 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Rolf C. Hagen (USA) Corp. | | Manufacturer Part Number | A6587 | | Model Number | A6587 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Birthday | | Package Size Name | 4.6 oz | | Product Benefits | Ideal for bottom feeders, promotes balanced diet | | Recommended Uses For Product | Feeding freshwater fish, especially bottom feeders, with an insect-based diet, two to three times a day. | | Special Ingredients | Alfalfa | | Specific Uses For Product | Sensitive Skin | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 015561165877 | | Unit Count | 130 Grams | | Warranty Description | Warranty | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** Fluval - **Flavor:** Seafood - **Item Form:** Stick - **Specific Uses For Product:** Sensitive Skin ## Images ![Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71NjUzeArZL.jpg) ![Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71f0uOYZj4L.jpg) ![Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61qjSuKPDNL.jpg) ![Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71C5VF1WoxL.jpg) ![Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71H9ozfgjVL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: how many .oz is this for?** A: 4.6 oz **Q: Do these break apart and dissolve quickly or will they hold their shape well in water?** A: They brake apart as the fish eat them. My fish don't give them time to Dissolve. They would if they sat there to long **Q: Does this include Algae for plecos?** A: It has soldier fly larve, salmon, wheat, peas, potato, alfalfa & vitamins. I supplement with hikari algae wafers as well **Q: How long does it take these pellets to sink? My fish prefers food that sinks quickly.** A: They sink IMMEDIATELY for my fish!!!! As soon as you drop them in there they sink so I’m confused on the rest of the answers … uhh…..?! Yes , yes they sink immediately, not as fast as the bigger pellets for adult fish but that is because they’re bigger pellets , more weight . These are tiny pellets that sink right when they make water contact ……….. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great food. Tropical freshwater fish of all kinds LOVE it. *by S***T on February 11, 2026* This is the food of choice in all of my tropical freshwater community tanks. I have a wide variety of picky fish. Most pellets and flakes are completely ignored, even by my top and midwater feeders. Those same top and mid water feeders rush to the bottom when these sinking pellets drop. As they pick at them, particles enter the water column and others feed mid water. I never have to worry that someone is going hungry and the pellets are completely consumed in a matter of hours, leaving no waste to pollute the tanks. I usually feed these twice a day. Since my plecos are nocturnal, I drop some in in the evening because the other fish have completely eaten what went in in the morning. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great food *by D***E on March 30, 2026* All my fish loves these ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ my fish love them *by N***S on May 19, 2026* My Cory Doras and Kuhli loaches love them never seen them come out of hiding faster to eat ## Frequently Bought Together - Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Sticks for Medium to Large Sized Fish, 4.59 oz., A6587 - Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Fish Food, Granules for Small to Medium Sized Fish, 1.60 Oz., A6586 - Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Fish Food, Small Granules for Small to Medium Sized Fish, 1.6 oz., A6577 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/45424302-bug-bites-bottom-feeder-fish-food-sticks-for-medium-to](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/45424302-bug-bites-bottom-feeder-fish-food-sticks-for-medium-to) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-25*