{"product_id":"hikari-cichlid-staple","title":"Hikari Cichlid Staple","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn economical everyday staple for healthy cichlids.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hikari Cichlid Staple keeps freshwater cichlids and other large tropicals in great shape without breaking the bank. The quick-sinking pellets are rich in stabilized vitamin C for steady growth and everyday health, and they are formulated to keep your water cleaner than many flake foods. Available in Mini and Medium pellet sizes so you can match the pellet to your fish. For a higher-protein option, try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-cichlid-omni-pellets-small\"\u003eOcean Nutrition Cichlid Omni Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy Cichlid Staple\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEconomical everyday staple for freshwater cichlids and large tropicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich in stabilized vitamin C to support immune health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-sinking pellets that most cichlids eagerly accept\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulated to keep water cleaner than many flake foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini and Medium pellet sizes for different mouth sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed 2 to 3 times a day, only what your fish finish in a few minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose Mini pellets for smaller cichlids and Medium for larger adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for African and New World cichlids and other hearty community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReseal the pack and store in a cool, dry place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:6px 0 4px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMini, 2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSmall tanks or trying it out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMini, 8.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSmall to medium cichlids, better value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMedium, 8.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eLarger adult cichlids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:6px 0 4px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eHikari\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eCichlid pellet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eFor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater cichlids and large tropicals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003ePellet sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMini, Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eQuick sinking, stabilized vitamin C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eMade in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003ePair It With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-cichlid-omni-pellets-small\"\u003eOcean Nutrition Cichlid Omni Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e for a higher-protein diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003efreshwater\u003c\/a\u003e supplies and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\"\u003efish foods\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich fish is it for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFreshwater cichlids, both African and New World, along with other large, hearty tropical fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMini or Medium pellets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose Mini for smaller cichlids and juveniles, and Medium for larger adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater or saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFreshwater. It is formulated for freshwater cichlids and tropicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much should I feed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed 2 to 3 times a day, only what your fish finish within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hikari","offers":[{"title":"Mini 2 oz","offer_id":48120087576795,"sku":"03211","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mini 8.8 oz","offer_id":48120087609563,"sku":"03228","price":6.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium 8.8 oz","offer_id":48120087642331,"sku":null,"price":12.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/cichlidstaple-mini-8.8oz-250g-03228_3ccd0e1d-a853-4ced-b50b-6c2b892286a9.png?v=1768055041","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hikari-cichlid-staple","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}