{"product_id":"zoo-med-nano-banquet-feeding-block-6","title":"Zoo Med Nano Banquet Feeding Block ( 6 )","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeds a nano tank while you're away, without fouling the water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoo Med Nano Banquet Food Blocks (model BB-9) are slow-release feeding blocks sized for nano aquariums, each lasting roughly 3–4 days depending on stocking and water conditions. This pack contains six 8.5 g blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt around plankton and Spirulina algae meal rather than fillers, and formulated not to cloud the water. Suits nano freshwater and saltwater fish, shrimp, snails and algae eaters during short absences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 blocks, 8.5 g each\u003c\/strong\u003e — one block per absence, sized for nano tanks rather than a full aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLasts 3–4 days per block\u003c\/strong\u003e — timing depends on the number of animals and water conditions, so test it before a longer trip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlankton and Spirulina algae meal base\u003c\/strong\u003e — a marine-protein and algae source rather than a generic filler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo artificial colours.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWon't cloud water\u003c\/strong\u003e — formulated to dissolve slowly rather than break apart into the water column.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZM620\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med BB-9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 blocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlock weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 g each (51 g total)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDuration per block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 3–4 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalcium Sulphate, Plankton, Spirulina Algae Meal, Magnesium Sulphate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Niacin, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (stabilised Vitamin C), Thiamine Hydrochloride, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Beta Carotene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGuaranteed analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuarantee\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5% min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25% min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5% max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.0% max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.0%–25.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalcium sulfate is the block's binding base, which is why calcium reads high against a typical flake or pellet food. This is a slow-release feeding block for short absences, not a substitute for a staple diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDosage and directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace one block in the aquarium per absence. Add a second block for a heavily stocked tank. Keep aeration and filtration running while the block dissolves, and remove any uneaten remnant when you return.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for nano freshwater and saltwater fish, shrimp, snails and algae eaters during short absences of a few days. Not intended as an everyday staple diet — feed a normal flake, pellet or algae wafer on the days you're home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eZoo Med doesn't publish a shelf life or storage-after-opening figure for this SKU. Store in a cool, dry place and check the pack for a best-by date. Your rights under Australian Consumer Law apply regardless. Standard shipping applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long does one block last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoughly 3–4 days, depending on how many animals are in the tank and general water conditions. Check on it before extending a trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill it cloud the water?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — Zoo Med formulates it to dissolve slowly rather than break apart, so it shouldn't cloud the tank the way overfed flake food can.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it in a saltwater tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it's formulated for both freshwater and saltwater nano aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShould I keep feeding normally while it's in the tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it's designed as a short-absence feed. 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