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Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Granules

Tropical fish granules with Black Soldier Fly larvae, slow-sinking so all levels of the tank feed

£6.29

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£6.29same price, however often you have it

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UK delivery £2.99 · free over £39

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What the pack does not say

No protein, fat or fibre percentage is published for this recipe, so it cannot be compared numerically against a formulated flake food — Fluval market it on ingredient sourcing (insect and whole salmon) rather than an analysis panel. There is also no statement on whether this is a complete diet or a supplementary feed.

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Why we chose it

Insect protein at up to 38% and genuinely the first ingredient is the reason to pick this over a generic flake — plenty of foods mention insects lower down the list where it barely counts. The slow-sink granule is also worth having if your tank has anything that feeds off the bottom.

— Matt, founder

Specifications

Brand: Fluval
Format: Slow-sinking granule
Pack size: 45G
Granule size: 1.4mm-2.0mm
Key ingredient: Black Soldier Fly Larvae (up to 38%)

Full description

Fish that only ever see food at the surface are fish that never learn to look anywhere else, which is a problem in a tank with bottom feeders competing for the same flakes. Fluval's answer with Bug Bites is a slow-sinking granule, sized between 1.4mm and 2.0mm, so food actually passes through the water column instead of sitting on top of it.

The headline ingredient is Black Soldier Fly Larvae, making up to 38% of the recipe and listed as the first ingredient — a genuinely insect-led formula rather than one using insect meal as a minor addition. Fluval also include whole salmon, described as rich in omega-3 and omega-6 for skin, scale and fin condition, so this is a mixed animal-protein food rather than a purely plant-based one.

Up to 38% Black Soldier Fly Larvae, the first-listed ingredient
Whole salmon included for omega-3 and omega-6
Slow-sinking granule, 1.4mm to 2.0mm
45g pack

What the pack does not say. No protein, fat or fibre percentage is published for this recipe, so it cannot be compared numerically against a formulated flake food — Fluval market it on ingredient sourcing (insect and whole salmon) rather than an analysis panel. There is also no statement on whether this is a complete diet or a supplementary feed.

Who it's for: tropical fish keepers who specifically want an insect-protein-led food, and who have fish feeding at different depths in the tank rather than only at the surface.

Delivery

Tracked UK delivery — your estimated arrival date is shown above and updates automatically. Standard delivery £2.99, and free on orders over £39. Full details on our delivery information page. Delivery information

Returns

14 days to change your mind, no interrogation. Items need to be unused (sensory products unopened, for hygiene). Full details on our delivery & returns page.

Payment

Secure checkout by Stripe — cards, Apple Pay, Link and Klarna. We never see or store your card details.

Common questions

Does it float or sink?

It is a slow-sinking granule, sized between 1.4mm and 2.0mm, so it passes through the water column rather than staying at the surface.

How much insect protein is in it?

Up to 38% Black Soldier Fly Larvae, which Fluval list as the first ingredient.

Does it contain fish as well as insect protein?

Yes, whole salmon is included alongside the Black Soldier Fly Larvae.

Is a protein or fat percentage given?

No, Fluval do not publish an analytical breakdown for this recipe.

What size is it?

45G. Every measurement we hold for this product is in the specifications above.

How long does delivery take?

Your estimated delivery date is shown above and updates automatically. UK orders are sent tracked — standard delivery is £2.99, and free on orders over £39.

How do I track my order?

As soon as your order is dispatched we email you a tracking link, so you can follow it all the way to your door.

What if I need to return my order?

You have 14 days from delivery to change your mind. Just email us with your order number and we’ll send the return steps the same working day — see our delivery & returns page for details.

Why buy from Giddy Pets?

Carefully selected by pet ownersEvery product is chosen and quality-checked by people who actually live with dogs, cats and small pets.
Tracked delivery on every orderUK delivery with tracking as standard — and it’s free when you spend over £39.
UK customer supportReal, UK-based humans read every email — usually Matt, the founder. No bots, no ticket numbers.
Easy returns14 days to change your mind, no interrogation. If it’s not right, we’ll make it right.