--- product_id: 4121701 title: "Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets for Cichlids and Larger Freshwater Fish, 2.2 lbs (1kg)" brand: "hikari" price: "₨1211" currency: SCR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Hikari" url: https://www.desertcart.sc/products/4121701-hikari-sinking-cichlid-gold-medium-pellets-for-cichlids-and-larger store_origin: SC region: Seychelles --- # High Astaxanthin for vibrant colors Sinks fast, no water clouding 2.2 lbs premium sinking pellets Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets for Cichlids and Larger Freshwater Fish, 2.2 lbs (1kg) **Brand:** hikari **Price:** ₨1211 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🐠 Feed brilliance below the surface — because your fish deserve the spotlight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets for Cichlids and Larger Freshwater Fish, 2.2 lbs (1kg) by hikari - **How much does it cost?** ₨1211 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/4121701-hikari-sinking-cichlid-gold-medium-pellets-for-cichlids-and-larger) ## Best For - hikari enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hikari brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Immune System Support:** Keeps your fish thriving and stress-resistant. - • **Precision Sinking Formula:** Ensures food reaches your cichlids, not the filter. - • **Color-Boosting Astaxanthin:** Amplifies natural brilliance for Instagram-worthy tanks. - • **Mess-Free Feeding Experience:** Pellets sink cleanly, maintaining crystal-clear water. - • **Perfect for Medium & Larger Fish:** Sized for easy feeding, even picky eaters approve. ## Overview Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets deliver a scientifically crafted, sinking diet enriched with astaxanthin to enhance natural fish colors and support immune health. Designed for medium to large freshwater fish, these 2.2 lb pellets sink quickly without clouding water, ensuring efficient feeding and a pristine aquarium environment. ## Description desertcart.com: Hikari 2.2-Pound Sinking Cichlid Gold Pellets for Pets, Medium : Pet Supplies Review: My cichlids actually eat this without acting offended - This has been a good food for my cichlids. The pellets sink nicely, which helps because the food actually gets to the fish instead of floating around forever or ending up sucked into the filter. My fish go for it, and that’s honestly the biggest test with aquarium food because fish can be dramatic little underwater food critics. I like that the container is a decent size and the food doesn’t make a huge mess when fed properly. It’s a good option for cichlid owners, especially if you have fish that prefer food that sinks instead of staying at the top. No real complaints. I’d buy it again because it’s easy to use, the fish like it, and it feels like a reliable staple food to keep on hand. Review: Have been using these sinking pellets for years for our Cichlid tanks! - We have several Blood Parrot fish tanks with about 12 Cichlids total. Due to the sensitivity of the Blood Parrots and how susceptible they are to swim bladder issues, we searched for a sinking pellet that the fish could/would eat and would help them maintain their beautiful orange color. Attached are pics of the color of the babies (almost yellowish at first) when we first bought them and after a few months of feeding them the Hikari Sinking Gold Cichlid Pellets (vibrant orange color). What a difference! I also attached a video of the first Blood Parrot fish we ever bought about six years ago that we have been feeding the Hikari Sinking Gold Cichlid Pellets to for years! She loses some of her color every time she lays eggs and she seems to lay eggs often nowadays or at least tries to. More about the food! We tried the smaller size Hikari sinking pellets but it seemed the smaller pellets would get overlooked by the babies and they couldn't seem to find the small pellets, so we went ahead and bought the bigger size to try them. The babies were able to see the larger size sinking pellets and it negated the risk of the Blood Parrots sucking in air while trying to feed off the top of the fish tank with either floating pellets or flakes. The pellet size was a little big for the babies at first so we would soak the pellets in a cup of fish tank water for a few minutes to soften the pellets up before feeding the babies the pellets. The babies will literally suck the softened pellets off the tank bottom with a small amount of food waste being expelled from their mouth as they swallow the pellet. The small amount of food waste from the softened pellets often gets sucked into the fish filter which helps keep the tank clean as a whole too! The food quality and nutrition is definitely top notch as seen by the color difference in our fish pictures! The Functionality of the sinking pellets works flawlessly, especially after soaking the pellets for a few minutes in a cup of tank water. The bag lasts us about two months as we don't overfeed our fish as we want them to avoid any gut issues. We also feed them Hikari Jumbo Bloodworms on occasion and shelled peas just to be safe. Blood parrots are picky eaters sometimes, but these Hikari sinking pellets seem to be a food they will eat daily for us! ## Features - Sinking pellet that will not cloud water - High In Astaxanthin - Brings Out Natural, Brilliant Colors - Supports immune system health - Great for larger tropical fish also ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002CTH5NW | | Additional Features | Special Color Enhancers for Natural Beauty and Form | | Age Range (Description) | All Life Stages | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Allergen Information | Almonds Free | | Animal Food Diet Type | Plant-Based | | Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,227 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #31 in Aquarium Fish Food | | Brand | Hikari | | Brand Name | Hikari | | Breed Recommendation | Medium Breeds | | Container Type | Bag | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 7,148 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Medium | | Flavor | Fish | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00042055047661 | | Item Form | Pellet | | Item Type Name | pet-food | | Item Weight | 2.2 pounds | | Manufacturer | Phillips Feed & Pet Supply Natural Balance | | Manufacturer Part Number | 42055047661 | | Model Number | 42055047661 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Birthday | | Package Size Name | Medium | | Pet Type | Fish | | Product Benefits | Enhances fish color and appearance | | Recommended Uses For Product | pet_immune_support, pet_skin_and_coat_health | | Special Ingredients | Shrimp Meal | | Specific Uses For Product | Behavior | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 764999760160 042055047661 | | Unit Count | 35.2 Ounce | | Warranty Description | Warranty | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages - **Brand:** Hikari - **Flavor:** Fish - **Item Form:** Pellet - **Specific Uses For Product:** Behavior ## Images ![Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets for Cichlids and Larger Freshwater Fish, 2.2 lbs (1kg) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ravQtUOZL.jpg) ![Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets for Cichlids and Larger Freshwater Fish, 2.2 lbs (1kg) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61OMJi5cpEL.jpg) ![Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets for Cichlids and Larger Freshwater Fish, 2.2 lbs (1kg) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81snxnnbkqL.jpg) ![Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets for Cichlids and Larger Freshwater Fish, 2.2 lbs (1kg) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71txvNyLpjL.jpg) ![Hikari® Sinking Cichlid Gold® Medium Pellets for Cichlids and Larger Freshwater Fish, 2.2 lbs (1kg) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/515bE448jmL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can someone post the Nutrients anaylsis please** A: Hi, there is a long list, so here it is. I sat on my garage floor and wrote this all down for 10 minutes, lol. Fish Meal, wheat flour, flaked corn, brewers yeast, corn gluten meal, wheat starch, rice bran, spirulina, garlic, DL Methionine, astaxanthin, choline chloride, vitamin E, L ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate, Vitamin C, inositol d-calcium polyphosphate, riboflavin, Vitamin A, thiamine, mononitrate, niacin, folic acid, D3 biotin, disodiaum phosphate, ferrous sulfate, magnesium sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper, sulfate, calcium iodate, red 3 yellow 5 (color). Analysis, 40% protein, 4% fat, 4% fiber, 10% moisture, 15% ash, 1% phosphorous, 14,000 iu Vitamin A, 2200 iu D3, 470 iu E, 320 mg Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C). I can also tell you that I have a large koi pond in Hawaii and when I had a problem with my pond turning green (I was using Walmart Koi food), the pond expert who does all the top resorts said to use this fish food, as it helps keep the pond clean. He also suggested using Microbe Lift PL. Since doing this, my pond is crystal clear, and I can see my happy koi :) Hope this helps. Warm aloha, Karen Russell, karen@healthylifeadvisors.org **Q: Can I feed this to my pond goldfish?** A: Its really a specialized diet for cichlids, Id look at one of the Hikari goldfish or koi specific diets, there higher in vegi matter. Like one of the below https://www.amazon.com/Hikari-Usa-AHK02242-Gold-17-60z/dp/B00025JZ8Q/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=hikari+mini&m=A1BR4UBNZAPNG1&qid=1563458860&s=merchant-items&sr=1-3 https://www.amazon.com/Hikari-17-6-Ounce-Staple-Floating-Pellets/dp/B000084ENJ/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=hikari+mini&m=A1BR4UBNZAPNG1&qid=1563458932&s=merchant-items&sr=1-2 https://www.amazon.com/Hikari-17-6-Ounce-Spirulina-Floating-Pellets/dp/B003WRIQFE/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=hikari+mini&m=A1BR4UBNZAPNG1&qid=1563458932&s=merchant-items&sr=1-6 **Q: will these sink slowly or do they just sink to the bottom really fast?** A: They sink fast **Q: Are these slow sinking?** A: Not really. They drop slower than a rock but still pretty fast. We have to make sure to feed one at a time. Drop only when she is ready. And not under the current of the filter. We have a very large, very picky oscar. She won't eat floating food but won't always dive for sinking. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My cichlids actually eat this without acting offended *by A***6 on May 26, 2026* This has been a good food for my cichlids. The pellets sink nicely, which helps because the food actually gets to the fish instead of floating around forever or ending up sucked into the filter. My fish go for it, and that’s honestly the biggest test with aquarium food because fish can be dramatic little underwater food critics. I like that the container is a decent size and the food doesn’t make a huge mess when fed properly. It’s a good option for cichlid owners, especially if you have fish that prefer food that sinks instead of staying at the top. No real complaints. I’d buy it again because it’s easy to use, the fish like it, and it feels like a reliable staple food to keep on hand. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Have been using these sinking pellets for years for our Cichlid tanks! *by C***N on June 3, 2025* We have several Blood Parrot fish tanks with about 12 Cichlids total. Due to the sensitivity of the Blood Parrots and how susceptible they are to swim bladder issues, we searched for a sinking pellet that the fish could/would eat and would help them maintain their beautiful orange color. Attached are pics of the color of the babies (almost yellowish at first) when we first bought them and after a few months of feeding them the Hikari Sinking Gold Cichlid Pellets (vibrant orange color). What a difference! I also attached a video of the first Blood Parrot fish we ever bought about six years ago that we have been feeding the Hikari Sinking Gold Cichlid Pellets to for years! She loses some of her color every time she lays eggs and she seems to lay eggs often nowadays or at least tries to. More about the food! We tried the smaller size Hikari sinking pellets but it seemed the smaller pellets would get overlooked by the babies and they couldn't seem to find the small pellets, so we went ahead and bought the bigger size to try them. The babies were able to see the larger size sinking pellets and it negated the risk of the Blood Parrots sucking in air while trying to feed off the top of the fish tank with either floating pellets or flakes. The pellet size was a little big for the babies at first so we would soak the pellets in a cup of fish tank water for a few minutes to soften the pellets up before feeding the babies the pellets. The babies will literally suck the softened pellets off the tank bottom with a small amount of food waste being expelled from their mouth as they swallow the pellet. The small amount of food waste from the softened pellets often gets sucked into the fish filter which helps keep the tank clean as a whole too! The food quality and nutrition is definitely top notch as seen by the color difference in our fish pictures! The Functionality of the sinking pellets works flawlessly, especially after soaking the pellets for a few minutes in a cup of tank water. The bag lasts us about two months as we don't overfeed our fish as we want them to avoid any gut issues. We also feed them Hikari Jumbo Bloodworms on occasion and shelled peas just to be safe. Blood parrots are picky eaters sometimes, but these Hikari sinking pellets seem to be a food they will eat daily for us! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My fish actually eat this instead of ignoring it *by D***E on May 11, 2026* I’ve had really good luck with these Hikari Cichlid Gold pellets. The pellets sink like they’re supposed to, which works way better for my fish than floating food. They seem more active during feeding time, and I’ve noticed less wasted food sitting around compared to some cheaper brands I’ve tried. The medium size works well for my cichlids, and the container lasts a pretty decent amount of time for a 2.2-pound bag. Water quality hasn’t seemed to get nasty fast with this food either, which is a huge plus. Definitely one of those “you get what you pay for” fish foods. My fish are picky little jerks and they still go after this stuff fast. ## Frequently Bought Together - Hikari 2.2-Pound Sinking Cichlid Gold Pellets for Pets, Medium - Aqueon Cichlid Slow Sinking Fish Food Pellets, Medium Size, 25 Ounce - Hikari 2.2-Pound Sinking Cichlid Gold Pellets for Pets, Mini --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sc/products/4121701-hikari-sinking-cichlid-gold-medium-pellets-for-cichlids-and-larger](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/4121701-hikari-sinking-cichlid-gold-medium-pellets-for-cichlids-and-larger) --- *Product available on Desertcart Seychelles* *Store origin: SC* *Last updated: 2026-09-22*