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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A happy and healthy environment for your fish requires consistency. Ask any aquarium enthusiast and you will find that a clean underwater environment is foundational to enjoying a view into -
The ubiquitous betta is one of the most beautiful and common pet store fish available today next to the goldfish (carassius auratus). While bettas are easy to care for, they -
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 -
Koi are highly prized by collectors, new fish keepers, and the general public as a whole. Although, given the wide variety of foods and limited information on each, ensuring these -
The World Branding Awards recently released the winners of the fourth installment of the Animilis Edition, and Hikari® is proud to have received our third consecutive win in the “Brand of the -
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 -
One of the biggest threats facing ocean and freshwater environments is plastic pollution. Overall, each year more than eight million tons of plastic make its way into the ocean. These -
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 -
The feeding habits of fish can be complex. Many budding aquarium keepers make the mistake of thinking that all fish thrive using the same diet. Unfortunately, this is not true. -
Hikari Sales USA, a leader in the aquatics industry, is proud to support the veteran community with the launch of its new military-themed resin ornaments for fish tanks. The company -
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 -
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 -
Summer is the ideal time to enjoy your koi and pond fish—longer days, warmer water, and increased activity levels. But with rising temperatures come challenges like oxygen depletion, algae blooms, -
With the abundance of dietary options available, it can be difficult to know which foods fit the needs of your specific aquatic pets. As the originator of Species Specific aquatic -
The summer months are a great time to let your pets get some fresh air and sunshine, but extra care must be given to ensure your reptile companions stay safe -
Most people underestimate the joys of owning goldfish. In theory, goldfish have a bad rap, relegated to their roles as carnival prizes or reptile food when in fact, these delightful