Give your young goldfish the nutrition they deserve with Hikari® Sinking Goldfish Excel Baby, a premium daily diet specially formulated for optimal growth, color enhancement, and overall health. This sinking pellet formula is perfect for baby goldfish, ensuring they feed comfortably without gulping air from the surface, reducing the risk of swim bladder issues.
Packed with high-quality ingredients like pure-spirulina algae and easily digestible proteins, this food promotes vibrant coloration, a healthy immune system, and steady growth. The unique sinking formula helps reduce water clouding, keeping your aquarium cleaner for longer.
Features & Benefits:
Specially formulated for baby goldfish – promotes healthy growth from an early stage.
Sinking pellets – ideal for goldfish feeding habits, reducing air ingestion.
Rich in spirulina & natural color enhancers – boosts vibrant reds, oranges, and whites.
Highly digestible – reduces waste and maintains water clarity.
Balanced nutrition – supports immune health and overall vitality.
Feeding Instructions:Feed 2–4 times daily, only as much as your fish will consume in a few minutes. Avoid overfeeding.
Weight: 110g
Make every meal count for your goldfish – choose Hikari Sinking Goldfish Excel Baby for brilliant color, strong growth, and happy, healthy fish.
Bring out the best in your goldfish with Hikari Goldfish Gold Baby, a premium colour-enhancing diet specially formulated for baby goldfish and small koi. Packed with high-quality proteins, vitamins, and natural colour enhancers, this floating pellet promotes healthy growth, brilliant colours, and a strong immune system.
Why You’ll Love It:
Perfect for baby goldfish & small koi – easy-to-eat floating mini pellets
Brilliant colour boost – contains astaxanthin to naturally enhance reds and oranges
Balanced nutrition – rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals for healthy growth
Clean feeding – will not cloud water when fed as directed
Healthy digestion – formulated for optimal nutrient absorption
Size: 100g resealable pack to keep food fresh and nutritious
Feeding Tip: Feed 2–4 times daily, offering only what your fish can consume within a few minutes. Avoid overfeeding to maintain water quality.
Give your baby goldfish the nutrition they need to thrive – with Hikari quality you can trust, now at AquaticPetsSA.com!
Hikari Goldfish Gold Baby (300g)
Give your baby goldfish the best possible start with Hikari Goldfish Gold Baby, a premium growth and development food specially formulated for young goldfish.
This highly nutritious formula is designed to support healthy early growth, strong immune system development and excellent body shape. The fine, easy-to-eat granules are ideal for fry and juvenile goldfish, ensuring efficient digestion and maximum nutrient absorption during this critical life stage.
Balanced with high-quality proteins, vitamins and minerals, this food promotes steady growth while helping maintain clean and healthy water conditions when fed correctly.
Key features:
Specially formulated for baby and juvenile goldfish
Supports healthy growth and development
High in quality protein for strong body formation
Enriched with essential vitamins and minerals
Fine granules for easy feeding and digestion
Promotes strong immunity in early stages
Helps maintain water clarity when fed correctly
Feeding guide:Feed 2–3 times daily in small amounts. Only offer what fish can consume within a few minutes.
Size:
300g
A trusted premium starter food to help your goldfish grow strong, healthy and vibrant.
Hikari Metro+ 97 g / 1 kg
Hikari Metro+ is a broad‑spectrum powdered fish medication formulated to treat lateral line disease and hole‑in‑the‑head (HLLE) conditions in freshwater, marine, and pond fish. It contains the powerful proven ingredient metronidazole to work systemically and target infected areas, while also including a slime‑coat replacer to support external recovery — making it safer and more effective than many traditional treatments.
Key Features
Formulated with metronidazole, a clinically proven antiparasitic/antimicrobial
Targets internal and external microbial diseases like lateral line erosion and HLLE
Can be used as a bath treatment or fed with food
Includes slime‑coat replacer to support fish’s protective barrier
Effective for pond, freshwater, and marine fish
Benefits
✔ Helps treat hole‑in‑the‑head and lateral line disease ✔ Works systemically to address infections internally and externally ✔ Supports faster recovery with slime‑coat protection ✔ Simple to use as a bath or medicated food ✔ Safe for regular aquarium and pond systems
How to Use
Prepare the water — perform a partial water change and condition the water before treatment
Bath method — use one capful (~9.7 g) per ~38 L (10 gal) of water daily and retest water each day
Oral method — mix with fish food for systemic infections
Repeat daily — treat for 5–7 days or until symptoms improve
Restore filtration — return activated carbon and skimmers after treatment
Hikari Economy large – 4kg
Overview
Hikari Economy large is a high-quality, affordable daily diet for koi and pond fish. Designed for balanced nutrition and steady growth, this floating pellet feed is ideal for everyday use in larger ponds. Produced in Japan by Hikari — one of the most trusted names in aquatic nutrition — it offers reliable performance and excellent value for money.
The large pellet size is perfect for adult koi and larger pond fish, providing complete nutrition that supports vitality, colour, and long-term health.
Key features
Complete and balanced diet for koi, goldfish, and pond fish.
Floating large pellets allow easy feeding and monitoring.
Clean water formula helps reduce waste and cloudiness.
Enriched with essential vitamins, minerals, and proteins.
Cost-effective choice without compromising quality.
Made in Japan with Hikari’s proven nutritional expertise.
Feeding guide
Feed two to four times daily when the water temperature is above 16°C and fish are active. Offer only what can be eaten within a few minutes. Avoid overfeeding and reduce feeding frequency during cooler months.
Specifications
Brand: Hikari
Type: Floating pellet
Pellet size: Large
Weight: 4kg
Suitable for: Koi, goldfish, and other pond fish
Benefits
Promotes steady growth and bright colouration.
Helps maintain clear, balanced water conditions.
Easy to digest, supporting fish health and vitality.
Excellent value option for large ponds or multiple fish.
Aquatic Pets SA tip: Pair Hikari Economy large with Hikari Staple or Hikari Wheat-Germ for a complete year-round feeding solution, ensuring your koi receive optimal nutrition through every season.
Hikari Marine – Marine S – 50g
Give your small marine fish the nutrition they deserve with Hikari Marine S, a premium daily diet developed specifically for smaller saltwater species. Formulated with high-quality ingredients, this sinking pellet food supports vibrant colour, healthy growth, and a strong immune system.
✅ Key Features
Complete Nutrition – Scientifically balanced formula with essential proteins, vitamins, and minerals.
Perfect for Small Marine Fish – Ideal pellet size for clownfish, damsels, gobies, and other small saltwater species.
Colour Enhancing – Contains spirulina and marine proteins to bring out natural, vibrant colours.
Boosts Immunity – Enriched with stabilised vitamin C to support disease resistance.
Highly Digestible – Reduces waste for cleaner, clearer water.
📦 Specifications
Product: Hikari Marine – Marine S
Size: 50g
Type: Sinking pellets
Suitable For: Small marine fish
❓ FAQs
Will this food cloud the water?No – Hikari Marine S is designed to hold its shape and reduce waste.
How often should I feed?Feed 2–3 times daily, offering only as much as your fish can consume in a few minutes.
Can it be used for freshwater fish?It is specially formulated for marine fish; freshwater species may not benefit from the same nutritional balance.
👉 Keep your marine fish healthy, colourful, and active with Hikari Marine S – 50g, available now at Aquatic Pets SA!
Hikari Sinking Cichlid Mini – 100g ,342g
Keep your cichlids thriving with Hikari Sinking Cichlid Mini, a premium daily diet designed for all types of cichlids and other carnivorous tropical fish. These mini pellets sink quickly, encouraging natural feeding habits while delivering complete nutrition for vibrant colour, strong growth, and long-term health.
Why You’ll Love It:
Made for cichlids – perfect for medium to smaller carnivorous cichlids
Sinking mini pellets – ideal for natural bottom and mid-water feeders
Rich in protein – supports healthy growth and development
Colour enhancing – promotes vivid, natural colouration
Clean & clear water – won’t cloud or pollute your aquarium when used correctly
Available Sizes:
100g – great for small tanks or first-time buyers
342g – value size for larger tanks or multiple fish
Feeding Tip: Feed 2–3 times daily, offering only what your fish can consume within a few minutes. Avoid overfeeding to maintain water quality.
Hikari Sinking Cichlid Mini – trusted nutrition for healthier, more colourful cichlids. Now available at AquaticPetsSA.com!
Provide your freshwater and saltwater crabs with complete, nutritious meals using Hikari® Crab Cuisine. This premium sinking pellet formula is specially designed to meet the dietary needs of all crab species, supporting healthy growth, strong shells, and overall vitality.
Enriched with high-quality proteins, vitamins, minerals, and natural color enhancers, these pellets encourage active, vibrant crabs while promoting proper molting and exoskeleton development. The sinking formula ensures easy access for bottom-feeding crabs, reducing competition and waste.
Features & Benefits:
Complete crab nutrition – supports growth, shell health, and vitality.
Sinking pellets – ideal for bottom-feeding habits.
Rich in proteins & essential minerals – promotes strong, healthy exoskeletons.
Color-enhancing ingredients – enhances natural coloration.
Highly digestible – reduces waste and maintains water quality.
Feeding Instructions:Feed 1–2 times daily, offering only as much as your crabs can consume within a few hours. Remove uneaten food to maintain water quality.
Size Available:
50g
Keep your crabs healthy, active, and colorful – choose Hikari® Crab Cuisine for complete, balanced nutrition.
Give your fancy goldfish the ultimate in nutrition with Hikari® Saki-Hikari Fancy Goldfish Extreme, a high-performance diet designed for maximum growth, vibrant color, and long-term health. Ideal for orandas, ranchus, lionheads, and other fancy varieties, this premium sinking pellet formula is enriched with Hikari-Germ™ probiotics to improve digestion, reduce waste, and maintain exceptional water quality.
Packed with astaxanthin, spirulina, and other natural color enhancers, this food delivers deep, rich reds and brilliant oranges without affecting whites. Its superior protein content supports rapid, healthy growth while maintaining the perfect body balance for show-quality goldfish.
Features & Benefits:
Extreme performance formula – supports maximum growth and vibrant color.
Hikari-Germ™ probiotics – enhance digestion and keep water cleaner.
Sinking pellets – ideal for fancy goldfish feeding habits.
Supports wen development in orandas, ranchus, and lionheads.
Highly digestible – reduces waste for a healthier aquarium environment.
Feeding Instructions:Feed 2–4 times daily, only as much as your fish will consume in a few minutes. Avoid overfeeding.
Size Available:
100g
Give your goldfish the extreme edge – choose Hikari® Saki-Hikari Fancy Goldfish Extreme for show-quality results and superior health.
Specially developed for orandas, ranchus, lionheads, and other fancy goldfish, Hikari® Oranda Gold Mini delivers complete nutrition to promote vibrant color, healthy growth, and exceptional head development. These premium sinking mini pellets are enriched with pure-spirulina algae and natural color enhancers to bring out deep reds, brilliant oranges, and bright whites in your fish.
The sinking formula is ideal for fancy goldfish, preventing them from gulping air at the surface and reducing the risk of swim bladder problems. With its high digestibility and balanced nutrition, Hikari® Oranda Gold Mini helps maintain water clarity while keeping your goldfish healthy and active.
Features & Benefits:
Specially formulated for fancy goldfish – perfect for orandas, ranchus, and lionheads.
Sinking mini pellets – designed to match goldfish feeding habits.
Color-enhancing formula – brings out rich, vibrant hues naturally.
Promotes healthy head growth (wen development).
Highly digestible – reduces waste and keeps water cleaner for longer.
Feeding Instructions:Feed 2–4 times daily, offering only as much as your fish will consume within a few minutes. Avoid overfeeding.
Available Sizes:
100g
300g
Give your fancy goldfish the diet they deserve – choose Hikari® Oranda Gold Mini for brilliant color, strong growth, and long-lasting vitality.
Hikari Koi Life Wheat Germ (2kg – 5kg)
The Hikari Koi Life Wheat Germ is a highly digestible, cold-season diet specially formulated to support koi and pond fish during cooler water temperatures. Made with wheat germ as a primary ingredient, this premium feed is gentle on the digestive system while still providing essential nutrients to maintain health, energy, and immune strength when metabolism slows down.
Available in 2kg and 5kg bags, it is the ideal seasonal food for spring, autumn, and winter feeding routines.
Key Features
Specially formulated for cold water feeding
Available in 2kg and 5kg sizes
Highly digestible wheat germ-based formula
Floating pellets for easy monitoring
Enriched with stabilized Vitamin C for immune support
Gentle on fish digestive systems during low metabolism periods
Suitable for koi and ornamental pond fish
Benefits
Supports fish health in colder water temperatures
Reduces stress during seasonal temperature changes
Easy digestion helps prevent waste buildup in ponds
Maintains immune system strength year-round
Helps fish recover and prepare for warmer seasons
Minimises water pollution during low feeding activity
How to Use
Feed when water temperatures are 10°C–18°C.
Offer small amounts 1–2 times per day depending on fish activity.
Only feed what fish can consume within 3–5 minutes.
Stop feeding if water temperature drops below 10°C.
Remove uneaten food to maintain water quality.
Specifications
Brand: Hikari
Product Type: Seasonal Wheat Germ Koi Food
Pellet Type: Floating
Sizes Available: 2kg, 5kg
Suitable For: Koi, goldfish, and pond fish
Usage Season: Autumn, Winter, Early Spring
Protein Content: ~32% (typical analysis)
Hikari Koi Life Economy Medium Pellets (1kg – 20kg)
The Hikari Koi Life Economy Medium Pellet is a complete daily staple diet designed for koi and pond fish. Formulated for dependable nutrition and excellent feed efficiency, it provides all the essential nutrients your fish need for healthy growth, strong immunity, and long-term vitality—without unnecessary waste or water clouding.
Available in multiple sizes from 1kg up to 20kg, it’s the perfect economical feeding solution for both hobby ponds and larger koi systems.
Key Features
Complete daily diet for koi and ornamental pond fish
Available in 1kg, 4kg, 8.8lb (4kg), and 20kg bags
Floating medium pellets for easy feeding control
Balanced nutrition for steady growth and maintenance
Contains stabilized Vitamin C for immune support
Highly digestible formula helps maintain cleaner water
Suitable for mixed pond environments
Benefits
Promotes healthy, consistent growth
Strengthens immune system and overall fish health
Reduces waste and helps keep pond water clearer
Easy to monitor feeding with floating pellets
Cost-effective everyday feeding solution
Supports long-term vitality of koi and pond fish
How to Use
Feed 1–4 times daily depending on water temperature and fish activity.
Only feed what fish can consume within 3–5 minutes.
Remove uneaten food to maintain water quality.
Adjust feeding amounts during colder months (reduce or pause below 10°C).
Specifications
Brand: Hikari
Product Type: Economy Daily Koi Food
Pellet Size: Medium (approx. 5–6mm)
Form: Floating pellets
Available Sizes: 1kg, 4kg, 8.8lb (4kg), 20kg
Suitable For: Koi, goldfish, and mixed pond fish
Protein Content: ~28% (typical analysis)