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As one of the world’s most recognized premium aquatic diet providers, Hikari Sales USA™ dives deep into the world of fish care to help ensure your aquatic companions live their -
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. -
Providing fish with high-quality food is paramount for hobbyists, as scientifically balanced nutrition can ensure the health and longevity of your fish. At Hikari®, we have decades of experience providing -
Water temperature can dictate how and when you feed your fish. Careful consideration should be given to the condition of the environment as well as the activity level of your -
What happened The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has proposed 4(d) rule NOAA–NMFS–2023–0099 which would ban the import or export of the Banggai cardinalfish into and out of the -
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, -
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 -
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. -
At Hikari®, all of our aquatic diets are scientifically formulated with ingredients that are highly nutritious and uniquely balanced to support the health of the fish as well as the -
As a company that’s been making species-specific freshwater diets backed by scientific research for decades our marine diets are some of the newer additions to our product offering. When it -
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. -
Just like humans and other animals, pet fish, especially cold water fish, also exhibit changes in their behavior and eating habits throughout the year. These changes are often closely tied -
As the seasons change and warmer weather returns, spring is the perfect time to refresh more than just your home—your aquarium deserves a little attention, too. A seasonal cleaning and -
Maintaining stellar water quality is integral to sustaining happy aquatic pets and a healthy aquarium. Regular observation of your tank will often provide early signs something is amiss. Some of -
Vibrant koi thrive with a high-quality, targeted diet that supports their immune system and longevity. Koi hobbyists know that a fish’s diet is one of the most crucial factors influencing -
As we head into cold and flu season, we all know how important it is to take precautions to stay healthy. This is also true for your tank. We present