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Do All Aquarium Fish Eat the Same Food?

Different species within the same classification may still have unique dietary needs – while some cichlids are primarily herbivorous, others have a more omnivorous nutrient mix. It’s essential to research the specific dietary requirements of each species in your aquarium to provide the most suitable nutrition.
Tips for Choosing the Right Food for Your Specific Fish

Tips for Choosing the Right Food for Your Specific Fish

As the originator of species-specific aquatic diets, Hikari® is your trusted source for the nutritional needs of your aquatic pets. Read on to learn what makes our diets special.
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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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Taking Care of Your Fish Tank in a Power Outage

Summer storms can bring a nasty surprise, power outages! This is an eventual event you never want to be caught off guard to handle. The health of your fish and … Continue reading Taking Care of Your Fish Tank in a Power Outage →

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The Important of Texture and Color in Fish Food

What you feed your fish really does matter. If you think children or furry pets are picky eaters, have you ever experienced a aquarium full of some great new food … Continue reading The Important of Texture and Color in Fish Food →

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Omnivore, Herbivore or Carnivore? Which category does your fish fit in?

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. … Continue reading Omnivore, Herbivore or Carnivore? Which category does your fish fit in? →

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Types of Plankton and Why they matter

At Hikari®, we love plankton. These tiny creatures help create the circle of life in the ocean. Plankton includes small plants and animals that float throughout the ebb and flow … Continue reading Types of Plankton and Why they matter →

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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 →

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Most Popular Tropical Fish

If you’re new to the wonders of the underwater world, here are a few of our absolute favorite tropical fish that you should consider as a good match for your aquatic home.

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Flavor Matters

Fish want to enjoy what they eat just like us! They actually have many of the same senses that we have. Hikari USA explains this phenomenon.