Hikari Cichlid Staple 250g

Hikari Cichlid Staple 250g

Hikari Cichlid Staple is an economical daily fish food for cichlids and larger tropical fish, formulated to support steady growth and good health. It suits aquarists who want one dependable staple diet for their cichlid tank, from a brand that says it originated pelleted cichlid diets.

Key Benefits

• Economical daily diet designed for cichlids and larger tropical fish
• Formulated to promote growth and health
• Natural ingredients in an extremely digestible form, for excellent nutrient utilisation
• Developed to help your fish enjoy a long, healthy life while supporting excellent growth and superior form
• A taste and texture fish accept eagerly, so mealtimes are easy
• Backed by more than 135 years of experience from the originator of pelleted cichlid diets and other premium aquatic diets

How to Use

• Feed two to three times daily.
• Give only the amount your fish will consume completely within a few minutes.
• Take care not to overfeed.
• Remove any uneaten food once the feeding period is over.

Suitable For

• All types of cichlids
• Larger tropical fish
• Use as a daily diet for these fish

Available Sizes

Hikari Cichlid Staple is sold in several pack sizes, so choose the one that suits the number of fish you keep and how quickly they eat.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I feed Hikari Cichlid Staple?
Feed two to three times daily.

How much should I give at each feeding?
Offer only what your fish will completely consume in a few minutes. Avoid overfeeding.

What should I do with uneaten food?
Remove it after the feeding period. Leftover food left in the tank is a good reason to cut back the portion at the next meal.

Which fish is it suitable for?
It is recommended as a daily diet for all types of cichlids and larger tropical fish.

Can it be used as the main daily diet?
Yes. It is designed as an economical daily diet for cichlids and larger tropical fish, with natural ingredients in a highly digestible form.

Will my fish accept it?
It is made with a taste and texture that fish are said to accept eagerly.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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