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3 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Feeding Your Fish

Ensuring your fish receive the nutrition they need is an important consideration for any aquarium owner. Here are 3 common feeding mistakes aquatic pet owners need to avoid.
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The Importance of High-Quality Aquatic Diets

Fish, like many other animals, require a diverse array of nutrients to thrive, and a uniquely balanced diet formulated to their needs is essential for maintaining an ideal environment and beautifully vivid tank inhabitants
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Common Fish keeping Mistakes to Avoid

Fishkeeping is a fun and rewarding hobby, though can be challenging for novices. Even seasoned enthusiasts have those “ah-ha” moments when they realize their methods are not always the best … Continue reading Common Fish keeping Mistakes to Avoid →

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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Fish Care & Our Helpful Tips

As the leader in premium aquatic diets for almost 145 years, we help owners make the best decisions for their fish. Here are some answers to common questions.
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How to Acclimate New Fish to Your Tank

Most fish and coral are sensitive species and susceptible to rapid changes to their environments. Here’s the best way to acclimate your fish and coral to a new fish tank!
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Starting a Saltwater Tank at Home

As experienced aquarium marine enthusiasts know, a saltwater tank is different from a freshwater tank in many ways. Saltwater offers a whole range of options that can offer popping color … Continue reading Starting a Saltwater Tank at Home →

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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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Coral For Beginners: 5 Easy Polyps To Start With

Keeping and adding coral to your marine aquarium can be a beautiful experience. With recent changes in technology and availability, keeping coral no longer has to be an intimidating endeavor. … Continue reading Coral For Beginners: 5 Easy Polyps To Start With →

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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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Why Balancing Fish Foods Matters

Just like with humans, other creatures including fish, need the right nutrients in the proper amounts to maintain good health. A poorly balanced diet can lead to severe and irreversible … Continue reading Why Balancing Fish Foods Matters →

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Introducing Reef Riot™: Our Latest Ultra-clean, Low-odor Reef blend

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™. … Continue reading Introducing Reef Riot™: Our Latest Ultra-clean, Low-odor Reef blend →

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Freshwater v.s. Saltwater– Which Aquarium Type is Best For You?

Deciding between a freshwater or saltwater aquarium? Explore the key differences, pros, and cons to choose the perfect setup for your home.