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As JR points out, if we utilize Hakari WG as a base, with the same basic formula for its floating verses sinking pellets, then the major difference becomes the density of the pellet itself with the floating pellet having more air trapped within. The floating peelt is also more permiable and thus will soften quicker.
Now, as for whether one worries about floating pellets going into the skimmer verses a sinking pellet into the drain and thus in both cases "wasted," If we look at "typical" pond dynamics, the bottom drain puls from 360 degrees where as the skimmer is but 1 point "typically" along the perimeter of the pond. Thus, one has the ability to choose a point to feed on the surface that will yield a much greater time span (as opposed to the floor) before these pellets are wasted. In addition, by feeding less, but more often, the amount of wasted pellets can be reduced even further.
Steve
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