Milkfish take copepods and suction feed on benthic diatoms and epiphytic algae in their natural environment. In the hatchery, larvae are fed rotifers (Brachionus), water flea (Moina), copepods, and brine shrimp (Artemia). Milkfish fry can be weaned on to artificial feed 2–8 days after hatching.
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Feeding behavior
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Milkfish take copepods and suction feed on benthic diatoms and epiphytic algae in their natural environment. In the hatchery, larvae are fed rotifers (Brachionus), water flea (Moina), copepods, and brine shrimp (Artemia). Milkfish fry can be weaned on to artificial feed 2–8 days after hatching.