This food adds a nice high protein treat to your turtles diet with the addition of dried shrimp and mealworms We also add whole cranberries which are a natural food item of many North American species of aquatic turtles Scientifically formulated to meet the dietary needs of growing turtles with a shell length of 2 to 6 inches With added vitamins and minerals. No artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors For hatchling turtles, use Zoo Med's Natural Aquatic Turtle Food - Hatchling Formula. For adult turtles (7 inches and larger) you can supplement the Gourmet Aquatic Turtle Food with Zoo Med's Maintenance Formula