Water Quality

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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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The New FujiMac Air Pump

The team at Hikari is thrilled to introduce our customers to the newest addition to our offering: the FujiMac line of Air Pumps. For either the enthusiast and experienced aquarium-keeper … Continue reading The New FujiMac Air Pump →

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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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The Best Way to Clean Your Fish Tank

Cleaning your fish tank most often means doing simple things on a regular basis. Here are the best ways to clean your fish tank from the experts at Hikari.
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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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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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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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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 →

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Why Beneficial Bacteria in your Fish Tank is Necessary

There’s a public misconception that the cleaner an aquarium is, the better it is for the inhabitants of the tank. This is simply untrue. Simply put, fish require good bacteria. … Continue reading Why Beneficial Bacteria in your Fish Tank is Necessary →

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The Most Common Missteps with Nano Tanks

Nano tanks have skyrocketed in popularity. Due to their uniquely small size, they have attracted an entirely new audience to the fish fanatic community. The convenience of a nano tank … Continue reading The Most Common Missteps with Nano Tanks →

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Caring for your Fancy Goldfish

Fancy goldfish can live for up to thirty years. Much longer than most people realize. They can also grow up to a foot in length. If you are new to … Continue reading Caring for your Fancy Goldfish →

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Controlling Your Tank’s Algae Growth: Tips and Tricks from our Experts

Algae growth is inevitable. As one of the biggest challenges for aquarists,  the trick is to keep it in check to ensure the health and safety of your fish tank. … Continue reading Controlling Your Tank’s Algae Growth: Tips and Tricks from our Experts →

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Grow Guppy Grow! Your guide to keeping these fun fish alive

When it comes to observing and participating in the guppy lifestyle, here’s a few things to know when maintaining your new fishy friend!