Hikari Bio-Pure Freeze Dried Daphnia for Pets, 0.42-Ounce
$9.99
Price: $9.99
(as of Nov 06, 2025 05:06:42 UTC – Details)
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
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!
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Freeze Dried Daphnia
These small planktonic crustaceans are a great natural source of algae and also act as a excellent laxative for fish. The small size makes them ideal for almost any tropical fish and also as part of a reef feeding plan. Our pharmaceutical-grade freeze-drying techniques allow us to give you a product as close to fresh daphnia as humanly possible. Expect color, texture, and taste not previously available in a freeze-dried food.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 4 x 2.5 x 2.5 inches; 1.6 ounces
Item model number : 33301
Department : Unisex-Adult
Date First Available : June 9, 2004
Manufacturer : Phillips Feed & Pet Supply Natural Balance
ASIN : B003WRG54I
Best Sellers Rank: #33,816 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #293 in Aquarium Fish Food
Customer Reviews: 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,044 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when(‘A’, ‘ready’).execute(function(A) { if (dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction !== true) { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative( ‘acrLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault”: true }, function (event) { if (window.ue) { ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when(‘A’, ‘cf’).execute(function(A) { A.declarative(‘acrStarsLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault” : true }, function(event){ if(window.ue) { ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } }); });
Patented Ratcheting Dispenser Top
Will not cloud the water
Multi-vitamin rich to reduce stress and stress related diseases
Free of parasites and harmful bacteria
Nitrogen charging reduces oxidation prior to opening
Customers say
Customers find this freeze-dried daphnia to be a high-quality fish food that promotes fin growth and serves as a good secondary food for small fish. The product helps with digestion, particularly for betta fish constipation and bloating. The size receives mixed feedback – while some find it perfect for fry and tiny fish, others say it’s too big to be eaten by their fish. The powderiness and floatability also get mixed reviews, with customers noting it’s very powdery and floats on the surface initially. Eatability is another mixed aspect, with some customers reporting their fish refuse to eat it.
Katie Moua –
Must buy for Betta Fish
I recently lost my previous Betta fish due to fin rot and I took extra measures this time to prevent fin rot as much as possible. A quick google search told me daphnia is a great food for fish fin growth as well as just a good food option. The first image is a before and the second is a after. If you canât tell the difference, his fins are much fuller and the translucent ends in the second photo is absolutely growth. This food 100% is a positive factor for fish fin growth. I also noticed his colors got brighter and he seems extremely healthy. Now I will say, I bought him from Petsmart which he probably wasnât really happy in and I brought him into a great tank so just keep that in mind. I also feed my fish pellets, dried blood worms, and flakes to have a diverse diet and do weekly water changes. These are all things you should do too if you want the healthiest fish possible and are outside factors for what may affect the results. I 1000% recommend this food for betta fish owners.
Kindle Customer –
Fish give it a big thumbs up
Well, they would if they had thumbs. However, they will tell you that they are in love.I fed it first in my 55g community tank. I saw it was very powdery and yet I still overpoured it in. Cloud of powder on the surface of the water. I thought huge mistake. Fish though that heaven had just delivered sheer delight. Fish that never go to the top were racing to the water top. My kuhli loaches, that rarely come out these days, suddenly were racing around, eating anything drifting in the current. This must be a super addiction drug for fish. They knew it was in the water and they couldn’t get enough.While the results in my betta and friends tank wasn’t quite as dramatic (nothing is dramatic in that tank), I also poured a lot less in. Molly fry were happy at the top and the tetras were racing around, tracking down any morsel that was carried downward by the current.In the nano tank, the neons didn’t race up to the top but I did see them break from the school to get them some goodies.All in all, I can’t say I have ever fed a food that had such a dramatic reaction. They won’t be getting it daily but it is a nice food to add to their mix. Even fish appreciate a little variety in their diet.
Stone Polisher –
Good secondary food for small fish. Excellent quality brand + value
I purchased this 9 May 2015. I still have >50% of the food left, and use it about 2 – 3 times a week as an additional mid-afternoon feeding to my fish. I use this for tiger barbs, platys, and gouramis. First off, all my fish will eat this, but they don’t go after it as hard as blood worms. So, nothing super special. But, its very light, and makes for a good snack that won’t foul up the tank. The Hikari brand is, in my experience, excellent quality for value.I recommend this product as an alternative food to keep your fish active and interested. Its light weight, goes a long way, and should also provide an extra source of nutrition as the packaging indicates. All my fish eat it up. Hikari brand is clean and high quality.
Gabby –
A Great (but Expensive) Laxative for My Betta!
The Hikari Freeze-Dried Daphnia is a great product to use for your fish. I purchased this item because PetCo ran out in their store near me, so I had to search online. In this review, however, I will explain my experience using this product on my Betta (Aleister).Pros:- My Betta does not require much food; therefore, my product has lasted since January 24 (when it was delivered to me). It has been about two months, and the container still needs to be emptied. I feed him tiny bits since he tends to get bloated quickly, which could be a me-thing.- The quality of the food is excellent. My Betta always eats the portions I give him without hesitation.- The Daphnia floats on the surface, and I have not seen it sink to the bottom since I have been feeding Aleister.- The packaging is sturdy and keeps the Daphnia inside with no problem. The Daphnia appears to stay fresh, too, as I have not seen signs of it going wrong (or maybe Aleister is just gluttonous.)- The slider is excellent, too, as I do not need to unscrew the whole top to get some food out.Cons:- I wonder if it is because Bettas have small stomachs (approximately the size of their eye!) or if it is the ingredients inside the Daphina. Still, I can only feed Aleister specks of the Daphnia because it bulges his stomach quickly. This becomes a problem because the Daphina is generally soft so I have to try and find the hard specks to put it on my finger and drop it in the tank.- While the large packaging is excellent for holding a large amount of Daphnia, it can be an issue for those who need space. I live in a college dorm, so I cannot fit the container inside a drawer. I have to put it on one of the shelves, which, surprisingly, takes up more room than necessary.Recommendations:- Have various size options for the Daphnia. This product is $12.09 (excluding the current discount), which is extremely expensive for fish food (not including the shipping costs). Since many fish owners with different types of fish purchase this product, some individuals will use up the Daphnia quickly or, like me, very slowly. This would be great as I only have one fish to care for, so I do not need this giant bottle when I only use it when Aleister has constipation. There should be an option for a smaller bottle for medical uses, as I mentioned before, for being used as a laxative for fish and not solely for food.- As many other users mentioned before, the Daphnia can get messy when trying to feed fish. I have to use the slider halfway because the hole that the food comes from is too large and makes a mess in my tank.- For the lid, I recommend different options. For example, purchasing a container with multiple smaller holes instead of a hole should be another option, like a salt shaker-type variation.Conclusion:To conclude, Hikari’s Freeze Dried Daphnia product is an excellent choice to use as a laxative for your fish (Betta), and I would buy from this manufacturer again. Hikari has a monopoly over Daphina fish food products, so you are forced to buy from this company. If they created other variations of the Daphnia with lower prices, that would be fantastic! However, if another business made Daphnia cheaper and is already established as well-known and reputable, then I would switch over. However, at the moment, Hikari is my go-to choice.
kkinsvater –
Bought for sick betta
My betta fish wasn’t eating much so we got this. He did end up eating which was great. Unfortunately he had an infection and didn’t make it, but, it was great for getting our picky old man to eat in his latlst bit of life. Huge bottle for one little guy. We will be getting a new friend soon and I’ll make sure he gets some as well!I cannot review on taste, but it must have been good because he ate it all! Just a tiny bit will do for a betta!
Anon P –
My lil betta girl loves these!
I bought her this daphnia one and the dried bloodworm one with the same brand for occasional treats. My betta girl really loves them! These daphnia flakes really makes my betta poop really easily. I mean she literally has more bowel movements than me! A downside though is that it can make the water turn kind cloudy after a few days of feeding so make sure to change the water often if that happens.
Amazon Customer –
Gr8 product and fast shipping
Sijiraj –
I have pigmy and Albino corydora, rummynose, otocinclus, porkchop rasbora, and neons. And they all go really crazy with this. It’s kind of very fine and little lumps together and they flot instead of sinking right away. That is good for top to mid level fish. For the bottom feeders it’s not really recommended as it won’t reach the bottom in the water flow. But Overall my fish loved it so much so I’m.
Nicolas –
One of my betta fishes had been somewhat lethargic for a week or two now. Recently saw that his stomach is a little bloated, but he doesnât show other signs of illnesses. I fed him this hikari daphnia today, which he ate and I observed that he has been swimming around more in his 5G tank compared to staying put in his betta log for the whole day.I guess he must have been constipated all this time and this helped him move more? I read that itâs some sort of a laxative for them.Delivery was prompt, product was inside a plastic seal, and the container is well sealed (can even hear the air coming out slowly after I pinched the seal). The container is bigger than I expected and is full, which is good.Just a heads up though, not all betta fishes will like this. I got a picky eater (koi male) who spits it out after having some. :)I think Iâll feed this to my betta fishes regularly.
Cathy C –
Guppies love it, can’t get enough. Has good opening to control portions, but sometimes the daphnia get stuck.
Jino Josy Padamadan –
This product is not suitable for small or medium sized fishes like angels, gold fishes, discus fishes. This product is in the no returnable policy category and Amazon will not give you any refund for you. You can use this only for tiny fishes like very small babies. Not satisfied this product. Donât buy it unless you have a very specific requirement. Most of my baby fishes in the farm is also not taking it. Itâs in the fine powder form and itâs diluting in water soon and they canât even see it!!! Itâs a costly product itâs not worth for us. Contacted Amazon support regarding this but didnât receive a positive response on this matter so far!!!