Hikari Sinking Cichlid Excel Mini Fish Food

Hikari Sinking Cichlid Excel is a spirulina-rich, sinking daily food for herbivorous cichlids and larger tropical fish. Formulated with higher levels of vegetable matter, it meets the needs of plant-eating cichlids while supporting colour and immune health — a premium aquarium fish food, delivered across India.

Why choose Cichlid Excel

• High vegetable matter balanced for herbivorous (plant-eating) cichlids.
• Inner wheat-germ kernel for rapid, easy digestion.
• Pure-cultured spirulina to boost natural colour.
• Uniquely blended to support immune health.

Why Hikari

Hikari is a Japanese, research-driven fish-food brand trusted worldwide by cichlid keepers for consistent quality and clean feeding — one of the most recommended premium fish food brands in India.

Best for

Herbivorous cichlids (such as mbuna and other African cichlids) and larger tropical fish that do best on a vegetable-rich diet.

How to feed

Feed two to three times daily, only what your fish finish in a few minutes. Avoid over-feeding and remove uneaten food.

Available sizes

Mini pellet in 100g and 342g packs.

Related links

Browse all aquarium fish food, the Hikari range and the cichlid care kit. Read our cichlid care guide for India. Pair it with Hikari Cichlid Gold for omnivores, Hikari Cichlid Bio-Gold and Hikari Sinking Cichlid Gold.

FAQ

What's the difference between Cichlid Excel and Cichlid Gold? Excel is vegetable-rich for herbivorous cichlids; Gold is a higher-protein, colour-enhancing diet for omnivorous and carnivorous cichlids.

Is it good for African cichlids? Yes — herbivorous African cichlids like mbuna thrive on its high vegetable and spirulina content.

Is Hikari fish food good for cichlids? Yes — Hikari is a premium, research-based Japanese brand, and Cichlid Excel is purpose-made for plant-eating cichlids.

Where can I buy Hikari Cichlid Excel online in India? At Fish Bazaar — genuine Hikari stock in Mini pellet (100g and 342g), delivered across India.