Hikari Algae Wafers 250g$40.00
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Hikari Algae Wafers 40g
Hikari Algae Wafers 40g is one of the world's most trusted foods for herbivorous and algae-grazing freshwater fish. Developed using decades of aquatic nutritional research, these premium sinking wafers provide a balanced daily diet rich in vegetable ingredients, spirulina algae, vitamins, and minerals to promote healthy growth, vibrant colouration, and long-term wellbeing.
Designed specifically for bottom-feeding fish, Hikari Algae Wafers 40g sinks quickly to the substrate, allowing plecos, bristlenose catfish, otocinclus, loaches, shrimp, and snails to feed naturally without competing with faster-swimming fish at the surface. The firm wafer structure holds together well underwater, reducing waste and helping maintain cleaner aquarium water.
The formula contains high levels of premium vegetable matter, including nutrient-rich spirulina algae, providing the fibre and plant-based nutrition that herbivorous species require. Its highly digestible ingredients maximise nutrient absorption while reducing excess waste, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable water quality in both community and planted aquariums.
Although developed primarily for algae-eating fish, Hikari Algae Wafers 40g is also readily accepted by many omnivorous tropical fish, freshwater shrimp, and aquatic snails, making it a versatile addition to almost any freshwater aquarium feeding routine.
The convenient 40g pack is ideal for nano aquariums, smaller community tanks, shrimp keepers, or hobbyists looking to keep food fresh while providing premium daily nutrition.
Key Features
- Premium daily food for herbivorous freshwater fish
- Rich in spirulina and vegetable ingredients
- Supports healthy growth and vibrant natural colour
- Strengthens overall health and immune function
- Rapid-sinking wafers for natural bottom feeding
- Firm wafers reduce waste and improve water quality
- Highly digestible formula for maximum nutrient absorption
- Suitable for freshwater shrimp and snails
- Ideal for everyday feeding
- Convenient 40g pack
Suitable For
- Bristlenose Plecos
- Common Plecos
- Otocinclus
- Siamese Algae Eaters
- Hillstream Loaches
- Corydoras (supplementary feeding)
- Freshwater Shrimp
- Amano Shrimp
- Cherry Shrimp
- Nerite Snails
- Mystery Snails
- Other algae-grazing and herbivorous freshwater species
Feeding Instructions
Feed Hikari Algae Wafers 40g once or twice daily, offering only the amount your fish and invertebrates will consume within approximately one hour. Remove any uneaten food after feeding to help maintain excellent water quality. Store in a cool, dry place with the container tightly sealed.
Why Choose Hikari Algae Wafers 40g?
Hikari has become one of the most respected names in aquarium nutrition by producing scientifically formulated foods trusted by hobbyists and professional breeders worldwide. Hikari Algae Wafers 40g delivers premium vegetable-based nutrition in a durable sinking wafer, making it an excellent choice for maintaining healthy algae-eating fish, shrimp, and snails while supporting cleaner aquarium water.
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