{"product_id":"ocean-nutrition-cichlid-omni-pellets-small","title":"Ocean Nutrition Cichlid Omni Pellets Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eOcean Nutrition Cichlid Omni Pellets are soft, moist, slow sinking pellets built for African and South American cichlids with omnivorous and carnivorous appetites. A high marine protein formula with natural color enhancers brings out vivid reds, blues, and yellows while supporting steady growth. This is the Small pellet size, sized for juveniles and small to medium cichlids. Round out the diet with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-freshwater-community-formula-flake\"\u003eFreshwater Community Formula Flake\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-formula-2-pellets\"\u003eFormula 2 Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\"\u003efish foods\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\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 Omni Pellets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, moist pellet texture that cichlids readily accept and digest easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh marine protein blend with fish meal, krill, and tuna roe for growth and condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural color enhancers for richer, more vivid coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow sinking so mid-water and bottom feeders both get their share\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed in oxygen-free pouches to lock in freshness and aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\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\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed once or twice daily, only what your fish finish in about two minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall pellet suits juveniles and small to medium cichlids, step up to a larger pellet as they grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for mbuna, peacocks, haps, oscars, firemouths, and other omnivorous or carnivorous cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReseal the pouch after each feeding to keep the pellets soft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\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;\"\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\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%;\"\u003eCrude Protein (min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e41%\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%;\"\u003eCrude Fat (min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e5%\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%;\"\u003eCrude Fiber (max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e1%\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%;\"\u003eMoisture (max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e19%\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%;\"\u003eAsh (max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e8%\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%;\"\u003ePhosphorus (min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;\"\u003eSoft moist formula, values are typical and vary slightly by batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\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;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-freshwater-community-formula-flake\"\u003eOcean Nutrition Freshwater Community Formula Flake\u003c\/a\u003e for an everyday staple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-formula-1-pellets\"\u003eOcean Nutrition Formula 1 Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e, a protein rich carnivore diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-formula-2-pellets\"\u003eOcean Nutrition Formula 2 Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e to add vegetable matter for omnivores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-formula-one-flake\"\u003eOcean Nutrition Formula One Flake\u003c\/a\u003e for smaller mouths and fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich cichlids is this for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfrican and South American omnivorous and carnivorous cichlids, including mbuna, peacocks, haps, oscars, and firemouths. For strictly herbivorous mbuna, alternate with a vegetable based food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size are the pellets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the Small pellet, ideal for juveniles and small to medium adults. Larger cichlids can take a bigger pellet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are the pellets soft and moist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe soft, moist texture is highly palatable and easy to digest. Reseal the pouch and store it cool to keep the pellets fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this for freshwater or saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFreshwater. This formula is made specifically for freshwater cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ocean Nutrition","offers":[{"title":"3.5 oz","offer_id":48731018821851,"sku":"09180-001","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 oz","offer_id":48731018854619,"sku":"09182-001","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/1627657560.png?v=1777540644","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-cichlid-omni-pellets-small","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}