{"product_id":"hikari-cichlid-gold-medium-pellets-8-8-oz","title":"Hikari Cichlid Gold Medium Pellets 8.8 oz","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHikari Cichlid Gold | Colour-Enhancing Daily Diet for Cichlids and Large Tropical Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHikari Cichlid Gold is a trusted staple in the cichlid-keeping hobby — a high quality, colour-enhancing pellet formulated specifically for cichlids and larger tropical fish, including Oscars. Built around a 40% minimum protein base with carefully selected colour-enhancing ingredients including spirulina, astaxanthin, and garlic, it is designed to bring out the natural vibrancy and proper form of your fish rather than masking it with artificial colouration alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAvailable in Mini, Medium, and Large pellet sizes to suit a wide range of species and fish sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note From Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhile the feeding instructions recommend two to three feedings per day, our personal approach is a little different — we find feeding once daily, and occasionally skipping a day entirely to allow fish to purge their systems, keeps our fish in better overall condition. Cichlids in particular benefit from not being overfed, and a rest day here and there does no harm. This is purely our own experience and what works for us — but it's worth considering, especially for larger, slower-metabolising species. **This does not apply to fry\/juveniles**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRegardless of feeding frequency, always remove any uneaten food promptly after feeding to protect water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour-enhancing formula with spirulina, astaxanthin, and garlic to bring out natural vibrancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh protein content (40% minimum) supports healthy growth and condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for all cichlid types and larger tropical fish — including Oscars, Flowerhorns, Severums, Angelfish, and African cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in Mini, Medium, and Large pellet sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulated by Hikari to exacting nutritional standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Guidelines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeed the amount your fish will completely consume within a few minutes. Remove any uneaten food after each feeding to avoid water quality issues. Our personal recommendation is once daily feeding with an occasional rest day — but adjust to suit your fish and setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude Protein: Min 40%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude Fat: Min 4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude Fibre: Max 4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture: Max 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsh: Max 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphorus: Min 1.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin A: Min 14,000 IU\/kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin D3: Min 2,200 IU\/kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin E: Min 470 IU\/kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAscorbic Acid: Min 320 mg\/kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFish meal, wheat flour, flaked corn, brewers dried yeast, corn gluten meal, wheat starch, rice bran, spirulina, garlic, DL-methionine, astaxanthin, choline chloride, vitamin E supplement, stabilized vitamin C, inositol, d-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, vitamin A supplement, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, niacin, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement, biotin, disodium phosphate, ferrous sulfate, magnesium sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Due to Hikari's commitment to providing the highest quality nutrition available, some differences in ingredients may occur due to regular formula updates. Natural ingredient levels may also cause slight colour variation between production lots — this does not affect nutritional quality.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hikari","offers":[{"title":"Small\/Mini","offer_id":49114800718046,"sku":null,"price":21.48,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":49114800750814,"sku":null,"price":21.48,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":49114800783582,"sku":null,"price":21.48,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-26at1.49.29PM.png?v=1790444980","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/hikari-cichlid-gold-medium-pellets-8-8-oz","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}