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product_id: 296014978
title: "Zoo Med Natural Aquatic Turtle Food, Maintenance Formula, 45-Ounce"
brand: "zoo med"
price: "¥28944"
currency: JPY
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Zoo Med"
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region: Japan
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# Floating pellets for natural surface feeding 35% protein for optimal turtle growth Proudly made in the USA, trusted by pros Zoo Med Natural Aquatic Turtle Food, Maintenance Formula, 45-Ounce

**Brand:** zoo med
**Price:** ¥28944
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐢 Elevate your turtle’s diet with nature’s best—because your shelled friend deserves premium care!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Zoo Med Natural Aquatic Turtle Food, Maintenance Formula, 45-Ounce by zoo med
- **How much does it cost?** ¥28944 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/296014978-zoo-med-natural-aquatic-turtle-food-maintenance-formula-45-ounce)

## Best For

- zoo med enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted zoo med brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Endorsed by Experts:** Recommended by zoos, veterinarians, and professional breeders for trusted, premium turtle care.
- • **Clean & Natural Formula:** No artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors—just pure, wholesome ingredients including kale, vitamins, and minerals.
- • **Generous 45-Ounce Supply:** Bulk tub designed to keep your aquatic friend nourished longer, reducing frequent repurchases.
- • **Surface-Ready Floating Pellets:** Pellets float naturally, matching aquatic turtles’ instinctive feeding habits for effortless mealtime.
- • **Precision Nutrition for Every Stage:** Scientifically crafted pellets tailored for turtles 2-6 inches, ensuring perfect growth and maintenance.

## Overview

Zoo Med Natural Aquatic Turtle Food Maintenance Formula is a 45-ounce tub of floating pellets designed specifically for aquatic turtles between 2-6 inches. With 35% protein content, it supports healthy growth and maintenance, using a natural recipe free from artificial additives. Trusted by professionals and made in the USA, this formula ensures your turtle enjoys a balanced, surface-feeding experience with essential vitamins and minerals.

## Description

The #1 Aquatic turtle food has gone "natural" and is now available in 3 pellet sizes and protein levels (Hatchling, Growth and Maintenance Formulas). Each has been scientifically formulated to meet the dietary requirements of aquatic turtles at each of their life stages. The Hatchling formula is higher in protein to accommodate the rapid growth rates of hatchling and juvenile aquatic turtles. The Growth and Maintenance formulas meet the dietary requirements of growing and adult aquatic turtles. Our pellets float making it easier for aquatic turtles, who prefer eating at the water surface, to locate their food.

Review: Good quality large-size pellets old terrapins can't miss! - I bought these to replace Hikari turtle pellets that my local pet shop stopped bringing in. The pellets were larger than expected, but is still a good fit for one of my older terrapins. Most importantly is that my terrapins get the ideal nutrients required for their age. Hikari turtle pellets were at 40% protein content, but these Zoo Med maintenance ones are only 25% protein content. Hence, it may be a good idea to supplement it with some higher protein treats (e.g. shrimps).
Review: Möckli - Wundebar

## Features

- Meets the dietary requirements of growing aquatic turtles that are between 2-6 inches with a small pellet size and 35% protein content.
- The pellets float as most aquatic turtles prefer to feed at the water's surface.
- Recommended by zoos, veterinarians, and professional breeders, and contains no artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors.
- Made in the USA.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000Q3XQKM |
| Additional Features | Natural, Life Stage Specific Pellets |
| Age Range (Description) | All Life Stages |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Allergen Information | Celery Free |
| Best Sellers Rank | #139,466 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #4,234 in Aquarium Fish Food |
| Brand | Zoo Med |
| Brand Name | Zoo Med |
| Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds |
| Container Type | Tub |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,014 Reviews |
| Dog Breed Size | Small |
| Flavor | Shrimp |
| Flavour | Shrimp |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00097612401134 |
| Included Components | Zoo Med Natural Maintenance Formula Aquatic Turtle Food |
| Item Form | Pellet |
| Item Type Name | Zoo Med Natural Maintenance Formula Aquatic Turtle Food |
| Item Weight | 1.27 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Zoo Med Laboratories |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ZM113 |
| Model Number | ZM113 |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Occasion | Birthday |
| Package Size Name | 45-Ounce |
| Pet Type | Reptile |
| Product Benefits | Floating pellets for easy feeding at water's surface |
| Recommended Uses For Product | growth |
| Special Ingredients | Kale, vitamins, and minerals |
| Specific Uses For Product | growth |
| Target Species | Turtle |
| UPC | 746114500899 764999842514 097612401134 |
| Unit Count | 1276 Grams |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages
- **Brand:** Zoo Med
- **Breed Recommendation:** Small Breeds
- **Flavour:** Shrimp
- **Item Form:** Pellet
- **Item Weight:** 1.27 Kilograms
- **Net Quantity:** 1276 Grams
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Package Information:** Tub
- **Specific Uses For Product:** growth

## Images

![Zoo Med Natural Aquatic Turtle Food, Maintenance Formula, 45-Ounce - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/810nxhJ01KL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Any vitamin A in it?**
A: Not sure, look on the information

**Q: Hi. Would this be a good supplemental food sorce for bullfrog tadpoles?**
A: No tadpoles need certain nutrients becaus eof the rapid growth and change

**Q: Would this be better for a red ear slider or the reptomin floating sticks?**
A: This is what I've been feeding my red ear sliders for years.  They seem to like it much better than the reptomin sticks and none of them have gotten sick or anything from eating it (they've definitely been growing over the years, too).  Seems like a good product to me!

**Q: Hi. Can this be used for Baby Turtle?**
A: The pellets are pretty big. I would not recommend this for a baby turtle. My adult turtle can only eat one at a time if that gives you an idea.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality large-size pellets old terrapins can't miss!
*by R***Y on 13 January 2020*

I bought these to replace Hikari turtle pellets that my local pet shop stopped bringing in. The pellets were larger than expected, but is still a good fit for one of my older terrapins. Most importantly is that my terrapins get the ideal nutrients required for their age. Hikari turtle pellets were at 40% protein content, but these Zoo Med maintenance ones are only 25% protein content. Hence, it may be a good idea to supplement it with some higher protein treats (e.g. shrimps).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Möckli
*by F***O on 9 July 2026*

Wundebar

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ De qualité
*by N***S on 18 July 2017*

C'est la nourriture principale de mes deux tortues de 14 ans. En alternance avec des crevettes fraiches et des endives, elles adorent et sont en pleine forme. Précision: les croquettes sont prévues pour des tortues de plus de 15cm de plastron. Elles existent en taille plus petite pour les tortues plus petites.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-11-15*