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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Did you know that just as humans become more susceptible to illnesses during wild swings in temperature during the winter months, fish can too? Fish do not respond well to
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Driftwood, like many other natural aquarium decorations, can enhance the atmosphere of your tank and improve its aesthetic appeal. But there are a few key things to consider before introducing
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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
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As we head into cold and flu season, we all know how important it is to take precautions to stay healthy. This is also true for your tank. We present
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Owning an underwater ecosystem should be a fun and exciting adventure that grants you an opportunity to observe another world. If your fish tank smells bad, this is a sure
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Hikari® has once again raised the bar in reptile nutrition with the launch of Leopa Delite™, the newest addition to our renowned Herptile Line. Specially formulated for insect-eating reptiles like
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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
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So you’ve decided to add a bearded dragon to your family! Bearded dragons are beginner-friendly and live an average of 10 years, making them the perfect pet for those looking
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We are pleased to announce that an article interviewing the current President of Kamihata Fish Industry Group, Mrs. Michiko Kamihata, has been published in a March 2025 issue of Newsweek
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With over 12,000 different species of Cichlids, these popular freshwater aquarium fish make for a great selection for any early new hobbyist or long-time enthusiast. Known best for their large
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Averaging at a length of about 8mm, brine shrimp are tiny zooplankton with multiple pairs of legs and hard exterior shells. Brine shrimp, from the genus Artemia, are considered to
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There are two critical things you should focus on as a success-driven aquarium hobbyist. (1) Always use high-quality formulated food for your aquatic pets and (2) make sure to maintain
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With thousands of different species available in a wide variety of gorgeous colors and patterns, the Cichlidae family (“cichlids”) consists of bony, freshwater fish that are found in numerous regions
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As a company that’s been making species-specific freshwater diets backed by scientific research for decades our marine diets are some of the newer additions to our product offering. When it
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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
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At Hikari®, we’ve spent almost 140 years exploring the natural habitats of fish and studying their nutritional needs. With a dedication to help hobbyists to love their aquatic pets as
















