Hikari Goldfish Staple Baby Pellets 3.5oz (01120)

About This Product

The Hikari Goldfish Staple Baby Pellets 3.5oz (01120) are a scientifically formulated, nutritionally balanced floating fish food designed to support healthy growth, proper body development, and overall vitality in goldfish and young koi. Developed by Hikari, a trusted name in premium aquatic nutrition, this economical daily diet provides essential proteins, vitamins, and minerals to help maintain healthy, active fish.

Proper nutrition is essential for the growth and development of juvenile goldfish and koi. Hikari Goldfish Staple Baby Pellets feature a carefully balanced nutritional formula containing high-quality fish meal, shrimp meal, plant-based ingredients, and essential vitamins to help support proper development and efficient digestion.

The small 1.7–2.0mm floating pellets are ideally sized for juvenile goldfish, young koi, and smaller goldfish varieties that can comfortably consume the pellets. Their floating design allows fish to feed naturally at the water’s surface while making it easier for aquarium and pond owners to monitor food consumption and prevent overfeeding.

With a guaranteed minimum crude protein content of 32%, Hikari Goldfish Staple provides the nutritional foundation needed to support healthy development. The formula also includes stabilized vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin A, and essential minerals that contribute to immune system health, normal metabolism, and overall well-being.

Hikari’s research-based formulation emphasizes digestibility and palatability, helping ensure that fish readily accept the pellets and efficiently utilize their nutrients. Proper feeding and digestion also help minimize unnecessary food waste that can negatively affect aquarium water quality.

The natural green coloration of the pellets comes from carefully selected ingredients rather than artificial coloring, providing a wholesome appearance and consistent nutritional quality.

Packaged in a convenient 3.5oz (100g) container, Hikari Goldfish Staple Baby Pellets are an excellent choice for freshwater aquariums, goldfish collections, and outdoor ponds containing young koi.

Whether you’re raising juvenile goldfish, caring for growing koi, or maintaining smaller ornamental goldfish, Hikari Goldfish Staple Baby Pellets provide dependable daily nutrition for healthy growth and development.

Features:

• Scientifically formulated daily diet provides balanced nutrition for goldfish and young koi.
• Small 1.7–2.0mm baby pellets are conveniently sized for juvenile fish and smaller goldfish varieties.
• Floating pellet design allows easy feeding observation and helps prevent excessive food waste.
• High-protein formulation contains a guaranteed minimum of 32% crude protein to support healthy growth.
• Supports proper body development through a nutrient package formulated for growing goldfish and koi.
• Contains stabilized vitamin C to support normal immune system function and fish health.
• Added essential vitamins and minerals contribute to normal metabolism, growth, and vitality.
• Highly palatable ingredients encourage enthusiastic feeding responses.
• Easily accepted and digested by compatible goldfish and juvenile koi.
• Balanced animal and plant ingredients provide varied nutritional components.
• Natural green pellet coloration comes from the food’s ingredients.
• Helps minimize overfeeding by keeping food visible at the water’s surface.
• Suitable for everyday feeding as a staple diet for compatible goldfish and koi fry.
• Ideal for freshwater aquariums and ponds containing growing ornamental fish.
• Economical daily nutrition provides quality ingredients at an affordable feeding cost.
• Convenient 3.5oz package offers manageable quantities for regular aquarium feeding.

Specifications:

• Brand: Hikari
• Product name: Goldfish Staple Baby Pellets
• Manufacturer item number: 01120
• Product type: Daily goldfish and juvenile koi food
• Net weight: 3.5oz (100g)
• Food form: Floating pellets
• Pellet size: Approximately 1.7–2.0mm
• Pellet color: Natural green
• Primary function: Daily nutrition and growth support
• Recommended fish: Goldfish and juvenile koi
• Aquarium compatibility: Freshwater
• Pond compatibility: Freshwater ornamental ponds
• Feeding frequency: 2–4 times daily
• Feeding duration: Only what fish consume within approximately one minute
• Storage: Cool, dry location away from direct sunlight
• Recommended application: Daily feeding of juvenile goldfish, smaller goldfish varieties, and growing koi

Guaranteed Nutritional Analysis

Nutrient	Guaranteed Amount
Crude Protein	32.0% minimum
Crude Fat	4.0% minimum
Crude Fiber	3.0% maximum
Moisture	10.0% maximum
Ash	12.0% maximum
Phosphorus	0.7% minimum
Vitamin A	6,000 IU/kg minimum
Vitamin D3	910 IU/kg minimum
Vitamin E	770 IU/kg minimum
Stabilized Vitamin C	100 mg/kg minimum

Ingredients:

Wheat flour, flaked corn, fish meal, soybean meal, shrimp meal, corn gluten meal, dehydrated alfalfa nutrient concentrate, brewers dried yeast, kale meal, garlic, dried seaweed meal, mulukhiya meal, choline chloride, vitamin E supplement, stabilized vitamin C, inositol, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, vitamin A supplement, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, niacin, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement, biotin, disodium phosphate, salt, and essential mineral supplements.

Ingredients may vary slightly with manufacturer formulation updates. Refer to the product packaging for the current ingredient list.

Feeding Instructions:

Recommended Feeding

Feed 2–4 times daily, offering only the amount your fish can completely consume within approximately one minute.

Feeding Procedure:

1. Determine the appropriate portion: Select a small quantity based on the number, size, and appetite of your goldfish or juvenile koi.
2. Add pellets to the water: Sprinkle the floating pellets evenly across the aquarium or pond surface.
3. Observe feeding behavior: Allow fish to consume the pellets naturally while monitoring their appetite.
4. Avoid overfeeding: Do not add more food than fish can finish within approximately one minute.
5. Remove uneaten food: Clear away remaining pellets after the feeding period to help maintain water quality.
6. Adjust feeding as needed: Modify food quantities according to fish activity, growth, and water temperature.

Seasonal Feeding Recommendations:

• Normal temperatures: Feed 2–4 small meals daily according to fish activity and appetite.
• Below 50°F (10°C): Reduce feeding based on fish activity and water conditions.
• Above 86°F (30°C): Reduce feeding as appropriate and pay particular attention to water quality and oxygenation.
• Growing juvenile fish: Offer small, frequent meals without exceeding the recommended total feeding amount.

Storage and Care Recommendations:

Store Hikari Goldfish Staple Baby Pellets in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and excessive heat.

Keep the package tightly sealed after each use to help preserve nutritional quality and prevent moisture contamination.

Always use clean, dry hands or feeding utensils when handling the food.

Avoid overfeeding, as uneaten pellets can break down and contribute to elevated ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels.

Important Product Information:

Hikari Goldfish Staple Baby Pellets are a daily staple food formulated for goldfish and juvenile koi.

The floating pellets are especially useful for observing feeding behavior and adjusting portions to prevent unnecessary waste.

The 1.7–2.0mm pellet size is best suited to fish large enough to swallow the pellets comfortably. Very small fry may require a finer starter food.

The manufacturer notes that natural ingredients may cause slight differences in pellet color between production batches without affecting nutritional quality.

Recommended application: A nutritious, economical floating pellet food ideal for juvenile goldfish, young koi, and smaller ornamental goldfish. Provides balanced daily nutrition with essential vitamins, minerals, and protein to support healthy growth, proper body development, and overall fish vitalit