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Hikari Usa Inc AHK21328 tropical Algae Wafer 8.8-Ounce

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 4,496 ratings

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Brand Hikari
Age Range (Description) All Life Stages
Item Form Wafer
Specific Uses For Product Fish Food
Special Ingredients Vitamin C

About this item

  • High levels of vegetable matter that algae eaters prefer and love
  • Rich in pure cultured spirulina
  • #1 selling pleco diet worldwide
  • High in stabilized vitamin C to reduce stress and build immunity to diseases
  • Will not dissolve nor cloud the water

Customer ratings by feature

Flavor
4.8 4.8
Value for money
4.7 4.7
Ingredient quality
4.7 4.7

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4.8
4.8
5.0
4.7
4.1
Value for money
4.7
4.7
4.9
4.3
4.2
Ingredient quality
4.7
4.6
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flavor
Shrimp
Shrimp, Seafood
Shrimp, Seafood
Vegetable
Algae, Spirulina, Vegetables
target species
Fish
Algae
Fish
fish, bottom feeder, algae eaters, pleco fish, pleco, herbivorous bottom feeder
Fish
form
Wafer
sinking disc
Wafer
Granule
Wafer
Sinking Wafer
weight
250 grams
5 pounds
2.12 ounces
0.25 pounds
breed recommendation
All Breed Sizes
plecostomus, pacu, cats and other herbivorous and omnivorous bottom feeders
Plecostomus, Cory Cat, Snails, Shrimp, Loach, and Catfish
All Breed Sizes
All Breed Sizes
All Tropical Fish
ingredients
All-Natural
Fish meal, flour, bran, soybean meal, wheat germ, spirulina, di-cal phosphate, alfalfa, carrot, beet, celery, parsley, lettuce, watercress, spinach, dried brewers yeast, lecithin, pea, kelp, shrimp meal, krill, vitamin and mineral premix, pigmentation.
Spirulina, Fish meal, Shrimp meal, Wheat flour, Soybean meal, Wheat germ, Kelp meal, Rice bran, Yeast, Fish oil, Multi-vitamins, Multi-minerals, Probiotics
Bacillus Subtilis Natto, Spirulina, Chlorella, Seaweed, Alfalfa Soy Protein, Wheat Gluten,Fish Meal, Krill Meal, Dried Yeast Meal, Hydrolyzed Salmon Meal, Squid Meal, Wheat Germ, Salmon Oil, Minerals, Vitamins, Potassium Diformate, Astaxanthin, Canthaxanthin and β-caratene.
Sword prawn, Sweet potato leaves, Mulberry leaves, Squid, Wheat germ, Spirulina, Ganoderma polysaccharides, Norwegian seaweed, corn, garlic, mineral substances, vitamins(A, D3, C, E, B1, B2, B6 &B12), β-carotene, folic acid, nicotinic acid, pantothenic acid and EAA (methionine, lysine)
Algae, Spirulina, Vegetables, Fish Meal, Plant Meal

Product Description

About Hikari

Hikari, the "originator" of Species Specific and premium aquatics diets has been copied by many, but our loyal customers know they can always depend on our products to offer their aquatic pets the finest in scientifically balanced nutrition. For almost 140 years we've spent considerable time exploring natural habitats of fish, breeding fish in our own facilities, producing diets in our own factories, processing every shipment through our own facilities and researching the impact our diets have over time. These unique insights into the nutritional needs of fish give a competitive advantage no other fish food maker can duplicate and allow us to produce species specific diets that will not only maintain your aquatic pets' health, but assist you in keeping your aquarium or pond in top form.

We make the health and longevity of the fish and the aquatic environment they live in our first priority. Focusing on bringing about success to the hobbyist through exacting nutrition has allowed us to develop a brand name synonymous with superior quality. Consider using Hikari, because you love your aquatic pets as much as they love you!

Why Customers Choose Hikari

Lake Malawi in Africa

Fish

Hikari Lab

RESEARCH

We feel it's our duty to constantly investigate the natural ecology of fish to make the best food for them. Our exploration to Irian Jaya, Lake Malawi in Africa, Guiana highland, the Indian Ocean, the jungle of Southeast Asia and the Holy River Ayeyawady and others, offer us many secrets to fish health, coloration, breeding requirements, water conditions and quality.

SPECIES SPECIFIC DIETS

Hikari offers a wide variety of diets for different species of fish, each offering unique characteristics which enable it to be readily accepted by the specific fish it was developed for, which is where Species Specific originated. This attention to detail allows you to be confident your choice will be quickly devoured by even the most finicky eaters.

TECHNOLOGY

Our first hand experience breeding and raising fish, and the scientific data we can collect during this process, give us a clear road map for future product improvements and enhancements. Hikari uses actual experience and physical practice instead of marketing schemes or unproven theory to develop our premium aquatic diets!

Pleco

PLECOS LOVE ALGAE WAFERS

Plecostomus can lose body mass over time when not fed properly. Most people think they can survive eating the algae in the aquarium exclusively, this couldn’t be farther from the truth. They require a nutrient mix that is high in vegetable ingredients, but also require specific amino acids, vitamins and minerals. For this reason, even if you chose to feed fresh vegetables, be sure a formulated diet, like Hikari Algae Wafers, is part of your offering. They also love to scrape their food from surfaces, like driftwood. For this reason our pellet is a disc shape which allows them to feed more instinctually.

Feeding Guide: Many plecos are nocturnal feeders, keep this in mind when choosing when and how much to feed. Feed up to two times per day the amount of food your fish will completely consume within about an hour. Always remove any uneaten food after the feeding period and avoid over-feeding.

Blue Tang

TANGS LOVE ALGAE WAFERS

Everyone loves to see a tang that is as healthy as can be. Many times they tend to lose body mass over time due to a lack of readily available food or others in the tank that get to it before they do. Hikari Algae Wafers is a perfect choice to provide them all the vegetable matter they require and the amino acids, vitamins and minerals too. Have your tangs looking like they just came off the reef in no time!

Feeding Guide: Many tangs love to pick at their food over a longer period of time. Hikari Algae Wafers and Mini Algae Wafers are formulated to maintain their shape for an extended period of time to allow them to do exactly that. Feed once per day the amount of food your fish will completely consume within about 30 minutes. Always remove any uneaten food after the feeding period and avoid over-feeding.

African Cichlid

LARGER AFRICAN CICHLIDS LOVE ALGAE WAFERS

These fish require larger amounts of vegetable matter in their daily diet. Hikari Algae Wafers affords them a fantastic nutrient mix along with all the necessary amino acids, vitamins and minerals they require to live a long and health-filled life.

Feeding Guide: Many larger herbivorous cichlids can be grazers. Hikari Algae Wafers are formulated to maintain their shape for an extended period of time to allow them to do exactly that or Mini Algae Wafers can be gobbled up readily if that is their preferred feeding habit. Feed twice per day the amount of food your fish will completely consume within about 5 minutes for direct feeding and more often daily for a longer period of time for grazing. Always remove any uneaten food after the feeding period and avoid over-feeding.

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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1.97 x 5.91 x 7.48 inches; 8.82 ounces
  • Manufacturer recommended age ‏ : ‎ 1 month and up
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 21328
  • Department ‏ : ‎ Food
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 20, 2004
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Hikerman 99020262
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00025Z6K2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 4,496 ratings

Important information

Ingredients

All-Natural

Directions

Use as directed

Customer reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
4,496 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the health, size and durability of the pet supplies. For example, they mention that it has healthy ingredients, it stays together longer as it is consumed and that it's good value. Customers are also impresseded with the fact that it doesn't cloud the water.

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159 customers mention159 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the fish food. They mention that it's the best on the market, it enhances colors, and it comes from a well-regarded brand. They also say that the tablets have a quality flavor and are consistent.

"...They are high quality and come from a well-regarded brand. I've bought them for years and will continue to do so...." Read more

"...An 8.8 oz package I think is a better deal.Gives added nutrients to the critters diet." Read more

"...Hikari brings high-quality food for your aquarium at a darn good price...." Read more

"...We are on our 5th bag and so far so good. he is happy and healthy." Read more

98 customers mention92 positive6 negative

Customers like the value of the pet supplies. They mention that it's a great item, cheap, and easy to maintain. Some say that it is the very best in the market.

"Large sizes available and way cheaper then stores around me plecos and snails love it!" Read more

"...having Amazon as a source of getting these dry foods, at a slightly cheaper cost than just going to the store to buy the same product...." Read more

"...For the price, algae wafer quality and amount in bag,this is a great value and I recommend trying it...." Read more

"...Undoubtedly a great product. And such fantastic value for money. I will be coming back to buy them in the future. The Pleco loves them." Read more

36 customers mention30 positive6 negative

Customers like the size of the pet supplies. They mention that it's a great larger size, which means good savings. Some say that the wafers are the perfect size for their big appetite. They also say that it comes in a pretty good sized package that will last quite a while with the amount they use. Some mention that the tablets are small so they don't feel guilty while snacking on them. Overall, most are happy with the size and quality of the product.

"Large sizes available and way cheaper then stores around me plecos and snails love it!" Read more

"...I don't want my other fish to swallow the wafer so the larger wafer size is perfect. The wafer will sink to the bottom for the pleco to eat it." Read more

"...They are small and thin so that makes them easy to half...." Read more

"...We are very happy with our purchase and it is a good size bag, so it should last awhile. Glad we found this." Read more

25 customers mention22 positive3 negative

Customers like the floatability of the algae pellets. They mention that it sinks immediately and doesn't dissolve right away. Some say that the pellets are dense enough to keep their form for a little while. Overall, customers are happy with the pond algae pellet's float ability.

"...Thank goodness, they actually float straight down to the bottom. I've had others float for a bit first but not these...." Read more

"...The wafer sinks to the bottom right away, unlike the last brand we used which had to be saturated enough to finally sink and that took awhile...." Read more

"...I like this product because they always sink and my creatures enjoy them.I wish I could have more trust in the ingredients listed...." Read more

"...Sinks immediately and I have never had hem cloud my 125 gal. pond. Ten happy fish. I highly recommend them...." Read more

23 customers mention20 positive3 negative

Customers like the durability of the pet supplies. They mention that it does not fall apart immediately, stays solid for about 4 hours, and holds up in the water for a while. Some say that the bag is very durable and sealable. Overall, most are happy with the durability and quality of the product.

"...But they love these Wafers & I really think it's helped with their longevity :)" Read more

"...That said, my order through Amazon arrived on time, with a very good expiration date..." Read more

"Good value for the money; thick and hold up in the water for a while; our favorites because my 14" placotamuses love them!..." Read more

"...It remains solid while on the bottom of the tank until it's eaten and you can simply control how much to put into the tank to address the number of..." Read more

20 customers mention14 positive6 negative

Customers like that the pet food doesn't make the water cloudy. They say it stays together longer as it is consumed and the bag seals to keep out moisture.

"...No clouding, no badness in anyway...." Read more

"...Lobsters literally jump-up when they see food coming. Doesn't make tank cloudy or dirty...." Read more

"...Not only did my fish and snails not even like them, they completely ruined my water quality...." Read more

"...Doesnt cloud water as long as you dont use them in excess." Read more

16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the health of the algae tabs. They mention that it has healthy ingredients, is perfect for maintaining a healthy fish, and is a good clean source of food for most of the fish in the tank. Customers also say that it's a valuable diet staple.

"...on google showed this to be made of spirulina which is very healthy apparently and there are even spirulina supplements for people...." Read more

"...We are on our 5th bag and so far so good. he is happy and healthy." Read more

"...He is happy and healthy and has grown 5x the size since we got him, but I know Pecos really do need algae wafers as part of a balanced daily diet...." Read more

"...All of my aquarium inhabitants look very happy and healthy. Great packaging and good value for the price." Read more

12 customers mention12 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the cleanliness of the pet supplies. They mention that it doesn't discolor the water, and it doesn’t mess up the tank water quality.

"I've always loved Hikari products, and used them for years. Clean, inexpensive, and never goes to waste in my tanks!..." Read more

"...The water stays clean and the wafers are always completely gone by the morning." Read more

"My mollies and Plecko likes these and they don't seem to pollute the water. I only use one wafer per feeding. Also, check the ingredients...." Read more

"...was less wheat/filler, but, the fish do like them and they haven't upset the water quality...." Read more

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Seriously I have the most gluttonous community tank but only if it's up to their standard. We have been thru lots of algae wafers and this is the only one that gets fed to our tanks. They are small and thin so that makes them easy to half. We use 3 wafers broken into halves in one of our tanks and this is my favorite wafer because it is so easy to split. Thank goodness, they actually float straight down to the bottom. I've had others float for a bit first but not these. They drop quickly and once on the bottom they hold their form. The wafer doesn't last long in any of our tanks except one and in that one tank, it sits for a good bit. It stays together, doesn't disapate and it's easy for the algae eaters to eat on it for awhile. We went thru a million flakes before I found one that I could use in am to offset the frozen food in pm. If they don't like it's going to mostly just pollute my tank. Shrimp pellets is another one that took many tries. Luckily I tried this wafer after two misses and it was hit. For the price, algae wafer quality and amount in bag,this is a great value and I recommend trying it. It's a hit with all fish, bottom feeders etc in my tank, no matter their dietary preferences.
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Seriously I have the most gluttonous community tank but only if it's up to their standard. We have been thru lots of algae wafers and this is the only one that gets fed to our tanks. They are small and thin so that makes them easy to half. We use 3 wafers broken into halves in one of our tanks and this is my favorite wafer because it is so easy to split. Thank goodness, they actually float straight down to the bottom. I've had others float for a bit first but not these. They drop quickly and once on the bottom they hold their form. The wafer doesn't last long in any of our tanks except one and in that one tank, it sits for a good bit. It stays together, doesn't disapate and it's easy for the algae eaters to eat on it for awhile. We went thru a million flakes before I found one that I could use in am to offset the frozen food in pm. If they don't like it's going to mostly just pollute my tank. Shrimp pellets is another one that took many tries. Luckily I tried this wafer after two misses and it was hit. For the price, algae wafer quality and amount in bag,this is a great value and I recommend trying it. It's a hit with all fish, bottom feeders etc in my tank, no matter their dietary preferences.
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Julie P
5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone loves it especially my snail
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5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone loves it especially my snail
Reviewed in Canada on March 16, 2024
The snail hoards these all to himself. The fish and frogs also love it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ottimo prodotto
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5.0 out of 5 stars Gute Inhaltsstoffe, viel Inhalt und meine Welse lieben es
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