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product_id: 5570419
title: "Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini"
brand: "hikari"
price: "€ 41.33"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 9
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# Color-enhancing formula Sinking pellets avoid water clouding 12.3 oz precise portion Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini

**Brand:** hikari
**Price:** € 41.33
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐠 Feed the FOMO: Elevate your goldfish’s glow and growth with every pellet!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini by hikari
- **How much does it cost?** € 41.33 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.de](https://www.desertcart.de/products/5570419-hikari-12-3-ounce-lionhead-sinking-pellets-for-pets-mini)

## 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

- • **Crystal Clear Waters:** Sinking pellet design prevents surface debris and water clouding, maintaining a pristine aquarium environment.
- • **Vibrant, Lasting Colors:** Enriched with stabilized vitamin C and natural ingredients to promote vivid, fade-resistant goldfish hues.
- • **Boosts Activity & Health:** Rich in fish meal, krill, and spirulina to fuel energy, reduce buoyancy issues, and support long-term vitality.
- • **Precision-Packed Nutrition:** 12.3 ounces of premium sinking pellets designed for consistent feeding and minimal waste.
- • **Tailored for Fancy Goldfish:** Specially formulated to support the iconic Lionhead shape and enhance the health of Oranda, Ranchu, and Azumanishiki breeds.

## Overview

Hikari’s 12.3-ounce Lionhead sinking pellets deliver a scientifically balanced diet that supports vibrant coloration, healthy growth, and clear aquarium water. Designed for all fancy goldfish breeds, this premium formula combines stabilized vitamin C with high-quality proteins and natural ingredients to promote the iconic Lionhead form and sustained vitality.

## Description

desertcart.com: Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini : Pet Supplies

Review: Superb Formula Is Rich In Protien and Essential Fatty Acids - I've been keeping Fancy Goldfish for almost 40 years - and using Hikari for almost as long. I'm glad to see they have removed MSG from their Goldie formulas and reduced the amount of fillers. When Hikari went back to their original formulas and developed newer and healthier alternatives I began to incorporate their foods once again. The Lion Head formula is rich in Fish Meal, Krill and Spirulina - considerd the most 'perfect' food on earth. In fact, I would encourage all Gold Fish lovers to add Zoomed's pure Spirulina flakes to your fishes diet - they'll flourish incredibly. As for the Lion Head formula my fish go crazy for it. The pellets sink nice and slowly reducing any top gobbling. The intake of air from floating foods is one the main causes of buoyancy issues and air bladder disease. Smaller pellets also provide your fish with activity as they indulge in their natural inclination to graze. As for Wen growth and color enhancement I haven't seen any results I would consider significant but I have seen an increase in activity and many of my 'bottom dwellers" which is always concern now spend much of their time mid tank. All in All the Hikari Lion Head formula is a superb food that packs plenty of significant proteins and fatty acids. 5 Fins Up!
Review: Quality Fish Food - Update: Saying my fish were half grown was a bit of an understatement. They were tiny little babies compared to what they are now. I've also added a few more. Considering these things, I can no longer get a year out of one of these bags. But at least three months for about 5 or 6 LARGE fancy goldfish, more in the fall and winter when the house is cold (my tank is unheated). Also, despite the fact that my tank is a bit overstocked, I rarely have problems keeping the water both clear and within healthy parameters. Part of that is filtration but I'm sure this great food helps too. Many of my fish are over six years old and they've been eating this food since I bought them. They are healthy and have good colors. Highly recommended food for fancy goldfish. Oh, I should also mention that my goldfish are not of the lionhead variety and this food serves them well. A couple of my new ones are oranda types but I'm not sure this has done much to promote head growth, though they were just cheap pet store hybrids so maybe they didn't have much to work with genetically in the first place. But anyway, good food for all fancy types and even feeding a young koi I'm babysitting (though he is quickly out growing the aquarium on this food since he's much faster than the fancy goldfish) Original: I've fed my goldfish this food since I got them. They're all healthy and vibrant. I've read this is just about the best food you can buy for them with out going and making/mixing it yourself. One bag has also lasted a very, very long time. I have 4 half-grown fancy goldfish and I can probably get nearly a year out of this bag.

## Features

- Sinking pellet that will not cloud water
- High in stabilized vitamin C
- Promotes true lion head form
- Promotes incredible colors that won't fade over time
- All types of premium grade or fancy goldfish, especially Orinda, Lion head, Azumanishiki and Ranchu

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003WRE9M8 |
| ASIN  | B003WRE9M8 |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Best Sellers Rank | #32,784 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #282 in Aquarium Fish Food |
| Brand Name | Hikari |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (763) |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
| Date First Available  | October 2, 2001 |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Department  | Unisex-Adult |
| Directions | Recommended feeding instructions from the Hikari website: Feed 1-2 times a day an amount that fish will consume within few minutes. Adjust given to maintain proper weight. Do not overfeed and provide clean, fresh water environment. Never feed more than recommended, as overfeeding can lead poor quality illness. |
| Included Components | Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.7 x 2 x 3.7 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 9.53 x 5.31 x 1.93 inches |
| Item Weight | 11.84 ounces |
| Item model number | 18549 |
| Item model number  | 18549 |
| Manufacturer | Phillips Feed & Pet Supply Natural Balance |
| Manufacturer  | Phillips Feed & Pet Supply Natural Balance |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 7.7 x 2 x 3.7 inches; 11.84 ounces |
| Size | 12.3 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
| Specific Uses for Product | Indoor |
| Target Audience Keyword | fish |
| Warranty Description | Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages
- **Brand:** Hikari
- **Flavor:** Fish
- **Item Form:** Pellet
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Indoor

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this food recommended for fancy tail goldfish or is it only for lionheads?**
A: I also would recommend this for non lionheads. The floating types i have found gave my fish Swimbladder disease symptoms due to them sucking in too much air. This is probably their best product for ANY goldfish. I have had Oranda's, lionheads, Ryukin fish and have fed them exclusively this product and green peas. I currently have over 15 blackmoor who are currently being fed ONLY this product and nothing else and the growth is amazing. I highly recommend nothing but this product for goldies.

**Q: Hi can you tell me how old this food is?  Does it have an expiration date?**
A: I recently bought a package and it has a expiration of 5/2020.

**Q: Are they Sinking or floating pellets?**
A: The Lionhead pellets by Hikari are sinking pellets to help the fish avoid gulping air while they eat.

**Q: Is there any vegetable matter in the ingredients?  My black moor seems to be having a swim bladder problem and needs food w/ vegies**
A: Try to feed green peas and yes this food have vegetables matter still I always soak this food for few minutes before feeding my fishes and it always sink so there is no swim bladder issue ☺

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb Formula Is Rich In Protien and Essential Fatty Acids
*by P***K on March 9, 2014*

I've been keeping Fancy Goldfish for almost 40 years - and using Hikari for almost as long. I'm glad to see they have removed MSG from their Goldie formulas and reduced the amount of fillers. When Hikari went back to their original formulas and developed newer and healthier alternatives I began to incorporate their foods once again. The Lion Head formula is rich in Fish Meal, Krill and Spirulina - considerd the most 'perfect' food on earth. In fact, I would encourage all Gold Fish lovers to add Zoomed's pure Spirulina flakes to your fishes diet - they'll flourish incredibly. As for the Lion Head formula my fish go crazy for it. The pellets sink nice and slowly reducing any top gobbling. The intake of air from floating foods is one the main causes of buoyancy issues and air bladder disease. Smaller pellets also provide your fish with activity as they indulge in their natural inclination to graze. As for Wen growth and color enhancement I haven't seen any results I would consider significant but I have seen an increase in activity and many of my 'bottom dwellers" which is always concern now spend much of their time mid tank. All in All the Hikari Lion Head formula is a superb food that packs plenty of significant proteins and fatty acids. 5 Fins Up!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality Fish Food
*by K***E on January 12, 2010*

Update: Saying my fish were half grown was a bit of an understatement. They were tiny little babies compared to what they are now. I've also added a few more. Considering these things, I can no longer get a year out of one of these bags. But at least three months for about 5 or 6 LARGE fancy goldfish, more in the fall and winter when the house is cold (my tank is unheated). Also, despite the fact that my tank is a bit overstocked, I rarely have problems keeping the water both clear and within healthy parameters. Part of that is filtration but I'm sure this great food helps too. Many of my fish are over six years old and they've been eating this food since I bought them. They are healthy and have good colors. Highly recommended food for fancy goldfish. Oh, I should also mention that my goldfish are not of the lionhead variety and this food serves them well. A couple of my new ones are oranda types but I'm not sure this has done much to promote head growth, though they were just cheap pet store hybrids so maybe they didn't have much to work with genetically in the first place. But anyway, good food for all fancy types and even feeding a young koi I'm babysitting (though he is quickly out growing the aquarium on this food since he's much faster than the fancy goldfish) Original: I've fed my goldfish this food since I got them. They're all healthy and vibrant. I've read this is just about the best food you can buy for them with out going and making/mixing it yourself. One bag has also lasted a very, very long time. I have 4 half-grown fancy goldfish and I can probably get nearly a year out of this bag.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Grows healthy fish , but does not exactly work wonders for wen growth.
*by S***H on December 4, 2019*

This food is far superior than traditional flake food for medium to large fish, but small fish under 1.5 inches may struggle with the pellet size in an amusing way. (think of a kid getting caught red handed with cheeks puffed full of cookies). With a glass bottom aquarium, sinking pellets result in zero waste when feeding the fish as apposed to floating pellets that will eventually sink wherever or get caught up in plants. My fish usually catch them before they hit the bottom. Ever since I started using this food, my fish have been ravenously begging me for more every time I'm near the tank, however chewing more than a mouthfull keeps them occupied for some time after feeding, which works out well (and is again amusing to watch). I'm starting to wonder is there is some sort of addictive substance in the formula. I'm feeding it to all my fancys and they are all doing very well and are always happy to see me during feeding time, but they are also always very hungry no matter how much they get, but I think that's just how goldfish are. My fish have had zero swim bladder problems since using this food as well. Though my Orandas are growing fast and healthy, this food doesn't seem to be working any magic for their wen. I think it's purely genetics at play there.

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