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Aquascaping Style Ideas

Depending on your tank inhabitants and the look you desire, the team at Hikari Sales USA has identified four distinct aquascaping themes.
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Featured Foods for Marine Diets

Here’s a list of our featured Marine Diets that support outstanding growth and the bright coloration aquarium hobbyists crave and enjoy in their fish.
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Exploring Cichlid Food Choices

Learn about the best Cichlid Food, including top diets and feeding tips to keep your cichlids healthy, vibrant, and thriving in your aquarium.
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What to Know When Adding Driftwood to Your Aquarium Tank

Driftwood can improve a tank’s aesthetic appeal. But there are a few key things to consider before introducing this beautiful element.
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Top 5 Fish for Beginners (and the Food That Keeps Them Vibrant and Healthy)

For beginners, there are a few specific types of fish that our team at Hikari recommends when first starting your aquarium, plus the best food for them!
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We’re A The Major Sponsor of an Animated Series: Introducing Weird Waters

At Hikari®, we love all things aquatic! In fact, we’ve spent almost 144 years immersed in fish and have spent considerable time exploring the natural habitats of fish around the … Continue reading We’re A The Major Sponsor of an Animated Series: Introducing Weird Waters →

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Colder Weather? Keep Your Fish Happy!

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 … Continue reading Colder Weather? Keep Your Fish Happy! →

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Setting up a Bearded Dragon Habitat

Congratulations! You’ve decided to add a bearded dragon to your family. We know it can feel a bit daunting to care for a new type of creature. At Hikari®, we’re … Continue reading Setting up a Bearded Dragon Habitat →

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Freshwater or Saltwater Tank? Which is right for you.

When setting up a new aquarium environment, you must decide if you’d rather go the freshwater or saltwater route. This is a big decision and there are quite a few … Continue reading Freshwater or Saltwater Tank? Which is right for you. →

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5 Species of Cichlids With Marine Fish Colors

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 … Continue reading 5 Species of Cichlids With Marine Fish Colors →

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Adding an Arowana to Your Tank

Arowana are bony, freshwater fish also referred to as dragon fish or monkey fish. They are indigenous to South America, Asia, Africa and Australia too and are prized possessions in … Continue reading Adding an Arowana to Your Tank →

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Bringing Out The Best In Your Tropical Fish

Underwater environments offer home home aquarists the opportunity to connect with nature up close and personal. Over time, however, many fish keepers notice that the vibrancy of their aquarium inhabitants … Continue reading Bringing Out The Best In Your Tropical Fish →

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This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of a Betta Fish

Giving the gift of a Betta to inspire a budding aquarium enthusiast to enter the hobby can be a gift that lasts a lifetime. Adopting a Betta is not only … Continue reading This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of a Betta Fish →

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On Keeping Herptiles: Tips & Tricks for Success

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 … Continue reading On Keeping Herptiles: Tips & Tricks for Success →

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Popular Tropical Fish Recommendations for Beginning Aquarists

If you are new to the fish keeping hobby, there’s a great many things to consider when setting up your first aquarium. One of the most exciting decisions to be … Continue reading Popular Tropical Fish Recommendations for Beginning Aquarists →

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Getting Started with Cichlids

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 … Continue reading Getting Started with Cichlids →