{"product_id":"versele-laga-floating-sea-duck-pellets-15kg-free-p-p","title":"Versele-Laga Floating Sea Duck Pellets 4mm 15kg - Free P\u0026P","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVersele-Laga Country's Best Floating Sea Duck Pellets 4mm 15kg — High-Protein Marine Floating Feed for Sea Ducks \u0026amp; Brackish Water Waterfowl\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersele-Laga Country's Best Floating Sea Duck Pellets are a specialist 100% extruded floating feed formulated for ducks that typically live in salt or brackish water environments — eider, scoter, merganser, tufted duck, goldeneye and other diving and sea duck species. With 35% protein sourced from fish meal, shrimp and plankton, this is one of the highest-specification floating waterfowl feeds available, designed to replicate the natural marine diet of sea and diving ducks kept in wildfowl collections, zoos and specialist aviaries. The 4mm pellet has a high floating capacity, giving birds plenty of time to take in the feed naturally from the water surface. From 4 weeks of age. 15kg. Free P\u0026amp;P.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35% protein — from fish meal, shrimp and plankton; replicates the natural marine diet of sea ducks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso contains spirulina, algae and sea salt — mirroring the mineral and nutrient profile of a saltwater habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% extruded 4mm floating pellet — high floating capacity for natural water surface feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete feed — all nutrients for optimum condition of salt and brackish water waterfowl species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable from 4 weeks of age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for wildfowl collections, zoos and specialist sea duck aviaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian-made Versele-Laga Country's Best range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15kg. Free P\u0026amp;P.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIngredients\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrain, fish meal, shrimp, plankton, spirulina, algae, sea salt, vitamins, minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScatter pellets onto the water surface or offer in a suitable feeder with water access. The high floating capacity ensures birds have sufficient time to consume the feed. Suitable as a complete feed from 4 weeks of age. Always ensure fresh, clean water is available at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEider, common scoter, velvet scoter, merganser, goosander, tufted duck, goldeneye, pochard and other sea and diving duck species typically kept in salt or brackish water environments. Suitable from 4 weeks of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes Sea Duck Pellets different from Floating Allround Pellets?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe key difference is protein level and ingredient source. Floating Allround Pellets are a general-purpose floating feed for all waterfowl. Floating Sea Duck Pellets contain 35% protein specifically sourced from marine ingredients — fish meal, shrimp and plankton — along with spirulina, algae and sea salt. This replicates the high-protein, marine-based natural diet of diving and sea duck species that would normally feed on fish, invertebrates and aquatic organisms in coastal and brackish water habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy do sea ducks need more protein than other waterfowl?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSea and diving ducks are more active and metabolically demanding than surface-feeding ducks. In the wild they dive repeatedly for fish and crustaceans — a naturally high-protein, marine diet. A standard grain-based feed does not meet these requirements. The 35% protein level and marine ingredient profile of these pellets supports the specific physiological needs of these species in captivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat size is the pellet and why does it float?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pellet is 4mm — slightly larger than the 2mm Allround pellet — and is 100% extruded. The extrusion process creates a pellet structure with a high air content and low density, giving it a high floating capacity. This allows sea ducks to feed naturally from the water surface as they would when foraging in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom what age can I feed Sea Duck Pellets?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom 4 weeks of age. For younger ducklings, consult your wildfowl collection veterinarian or use an appropriate starter crumble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should I store the pellets?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a cool, dry, vermin-proof container away from direct sunlight. Use within 6–8 weeks of opening to preserve freshness, palatability and nutritional value. The marine ingredients mean this feed has a stronger aroma than grain-based feeds — this is normal and attractive to sea duck species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Versele-Laga","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55656351727992,"sku":"C-5410340510438","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/6558\/2781\/files\/5410340510438pack.png?v=1789025074","url":"https:\/\/www.littlepeckers.co.uk\/products\/versele-laga-floating-sea-duck-pellets-15kg-free-p-p","provider":"Little Peckers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}