Explore insightful articles, expert opinions for the dietary needs of your aquatic pets, helpful tips for keeping reptiles, and more! For specific questions about ®Hikari’s premium diet optons, check out our Frequently Asked Questions page or contact our customer service team through email.
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Many people don’t realize how you feed your fish is critical to maintaining a thriving aquarium, clean water, and a well-balanced environment. A consistent feeding routine using ®Hikari’s premium fish -
Silkworm are the caterpillar of several moth species that are used to produce silk. When they begin their pupa phase, a silkworm encases itself in raw silk. The entire pupa -
As an international leader in aquatic nutrition, Hikari® is proud to introduce Hikari® Herptile, a new line of groundbreaking food products for lizards and other reptiles. The new products include -
One of the first questions new aquatic hobbyists asks is how to properly feed their fish. Knowing how to properly meet your fish’s dietary needs is an important consideration no -
At Hikari®, we are known for originating the term Species Specific™ diets for a very important reason. We know that different species of fish require specific nutrient to look and -
As the seasons change and warmer weather returns, spring is the perfect time to refresh more than just your home—your aquarium deserves a little attention, too. A seasonal cleaning and -
Keeping your tank looking its best doesn’t have to be a major chore. You should be enjoying your fish not a slave to your tank and we have some quick -
Tropical fish have long been crowd pleasers for many aquarium enthusiasts. With their bright colors, diverse shapes, and varying sizes, many have come to realize there truly is nothing like -
At ®Hikari, we pride ourselves on creating high-quality, cutting-edge foods for marine species while listening to our customers too. We are thrilled to offer a new product line: Reef Riot™. -
Descendants of the common carp, koi, otherwise known as nishikigoi, are primarily brown in a non-controlled environment. A history of extensive selection and focused and decades old breeding have provided -
Herpetology is a branch of zoology that deals with amphibians and reptiles but excludes fish. Derived from Greek, the name refers to “creeping animals.” Popular pets that fit this broad -
Many aquatic enthusiasts lose sight of the fact that the water quality of your aquarium is of the utmost importance to the long-term health of your fish. Whether fresh or -
Water temperature can dictate how and when you feed your fish. Careful consideration should be given to the condition of the environment as well as the activity level of your -
Ensuring your fish receive a proper diet that meets their unique nutritional needs is an important consideration for any pet owner. Goldfish have distinct dietary requirements, and at Hikari® we -
Maintaining stellar water quality is integral to sustaining happy aquatic pets and a healthy aquarium. Regular observation of your tank will often provide early signs something is amiss. Some of -
Monster fish, also known as tankbusters, may be a term that you’ve heard or if you’re new to the aquatic hobby. In fact, monster fish are a distinct category of