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product_id: 5570419
title: "12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini"
brand: "hikari"
price: "£28.61"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Hikari"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/5570419-12-3-ounce-lionhead-sinking-pellets-for-pets-mini
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region: United Kingdom
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# High stabilized Vitamin C for immunity Sinking pellets prevent surface air intake 12.3 oz precise portion 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini

**Brand:** hikari
**Price:** £28.61
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐠 Elevate your Lionhead’s glow and growth—feed like a pro, watch them steal the show!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini by hikari
- **How much does it cost?** £28.61 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- hikari enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hikari brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Premium Protein Blend:** Rich in fish meal, krill, and spirulina for optimal vitality
- • **Vibrant Colors That Last:** Bio-tech enhanced pigments keep your goldfish dazzling over time
- • **Stress & Immunity Support:** Formulated with astaxanthin and garlic to keep your fish thriving
- • **Tailored for True Lionhead Form:** Boost your fish’s iconic head growth with every pellet
- • **Sinking Pellets for Healthier Feeding:** Reduces buoyancy issues by avoiding air gulping at the surface

## Overview

Hikari’s 12.3-ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets deliver a scientifically crafted diet rich in stabilized vitamin C, premium proteins, and bio-enhancers like krill and spirulina. Designed specifically for Lionhead and fancy goldfish varieties, these sinking pellets promote true head form, vibrant long-lasting colors, and improved immunity while preventing common buoyancy issues. Ideal for all life stages, this additive-free formula supports your fish’s health and natural behavior, making it a top choice for discerning aquarists.

## Description

desertcart.com: Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini : Pet Supplies

Review: Good quality food - Really good food. My fish love it. It really makes the Lionhead fish head grow bigger and faster.
Review: Superb Formula Is Rich In Protien and Essential Fatty Acids - I've been keeping Fancy Goldfish for almost 40 years - and using Hikari for almost as long. I'm glad to see they have removed MSG from their Goldie formulas and reduced the amount of fillers. When Hikari went back to their original formulas and developed newer and healthier alternatives I began to incorporate their foods once again. The Lion Head formula is rich in Fish Meal, Krill and Spirulina - considerd the most 'perfect' food on earth. In fact, I would encourage all Gold Fish lovers to add Zoomed's pure Spirulina flakes to your fishes diet - they'll flourish incredibly. As for the Lion Head formula my fish go crazy for it. The pellets sink nice and slowly reducing any top gobbling. The intake of air from floating foods is one the main causes of buoyancy issues and air bladder disease. Smaller pellets also provide your fish with activity as they indulge in their natural inclination to graze. As for Wen growth and color enhancement I haven't seen any results I would consider significant but I have seen an increase in activity and many of my 'bottom dwellers" which is always concern now spend much of their time mid tank. All in All the Hikari Lion Head formula is a superb food that packs plenty of significant proteins and fatty acids. 5 Fins Up!

## Features

- Sinking pellet that will not cloud water
- High in stabilized vitamin C
- Promotes true lion head form
- Promotes incredible colors that won't fade over time
- All types of premium grade or fancy goldfish, especially Orinda, Lion head, Azumanishiki and Ranchu

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003WRE9M8 |
| Additional Features | Bio-technology enhanced coloration and form, stress reduction, and immune support |
| Age Range (Description) | All Life Stages |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Allergen Information | Tree Nut Free |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
| Animal Food Ingredient Claim | Additive-Free |
| Best Sellers Rank | #23,527 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #227 in Aquarium Fish Food |
| Brand | Hikari |
| Brand Name | Hikari |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Container Type | Pouch or Bag |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 720 Reviews |
| Dog Breed Size | All |
| Flavor | Fish |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00042055052344 |
| Included Components | Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini |
| Item Form | Pellet |
| Item Type Name | Hikari 12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini |
| Item Weight | 11.84 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Phillips Feed & Pet Supply Natural Balance |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 05234 |
| Model Number | 18549 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Occasion | Birthday |
| Package Size Name | 12.3 OZ |
| Pet Type | Fish |
| Product Benefits | Promotes true lion head form, vibrant colors, and boosts immunity |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Daily food for Lionhead Goldfish |
| Special Ingredients | Krill meal, Spirulina, Astaxanthin, Garlic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Indoor |
| Target Species | Fish |
| UPC | 042055052344 |
| Unit Count | 12.3 Ounce |
| Warranty Description | Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages
- **Brand:** Hikari
- **Flavor:** Fish
- **Item Form:** Pellet
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Indoor

## Images

![12.3-Ounce Lionhead Sinking Pellets for Pets, Mini - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/811ZS2X35oL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this food recommended for fancy tail goldfish or is it only for lionheads?**
A: I also would recommend this for non lionheads. The floating types i have found gave my fish Swimbladder disease symptoms due to them sucking in too much air. This is probably their best product for ANY goldfish. I have had Oranda's, lionheads, Ryukin fish and have fed them exclusively this product and green peas. I currently have over 15 blackmoor who are currently being fed ONLY this product and nothing else and the growth is amazing. I highly recommend nothing but this product for goldies.

**Q: Hi can you tell me how old this food is?  Does it have an expiration date?**
A: I recently bought a package and it has a expiration of 5/2020.

**Q: Are they Sinking or floating pellets?**
A: The Lionhead pellets by Hikari are sinking pellets to help the fish avoid gulping air while they eat.

**Q: Is there any vegetable matter in the ingredients?  My black moor seems to be having a swim bladder problem and needs food w/ vegies**
A: Try to feed green peas and yes this food have vegetables matter still I always soak this food for few minutes before feeding my fishes and it always sink so there is no swim bladder issue ☺

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality food
*by H***G on August 10, 2026*

Really good food. My fish love it. It really makes the Lionhead fish head grow bigger and faster.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb Formula Is Rich In Protien and Essential Fatty Acids
*by P***K on March 9, 2014*

I've been keeping Fancy Goldfish for almost 40 years - and using Hikari for almost as long. I'm glad to see they have removed MSG from their Goldie formulas and reduced the amount of fillers. When Hikari went back to their original formulas and developed newer and healthier alternatives I began to incorporate their foods once again. The Lion Head formula is rich in Fish Meal, Krill and Spirulina - considerd the most 'perfect' food on earth. In fact, I would encourage all Gold Fish lovers to add Zoomed's pure Spirulina flakes to your fishes diet - they'll flourish incredibly. As for the Lion Head formula my fish go crazy for it. The pellets sink nice and slowly reducing any top gobbling. The intake of air from floating foods is one the main causes of buoyancy issues and air bladder disease. Smaller pellets also provide your fish with activity as they indulge in their natural inclination to graze. As for Wen growth and color enhancement I haven't seen any results I would consider significant but I have seen an increase in activity and many of my 'bottom dwellers" which is always concern now spend much of their time mid tank. All in All the Hikari Lion Head formula is a superb food that packs plenty of significant proteins and fatty acids. 5 Fins Up!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality Fish Food
*by K***E on January 12, 2010*

Update: Saying my fish were half grown was a bit of an understatement. They were tiny little babies compared to what they are now. I've also added a few more. Considering these things, I can no longer get a year out of one of these bags. But at least three months for about 5 or 6 LARGE fancy goldfish, more in the fall and winter when the house is cold (my tank is unheated). Also, despite the fact that my tank is a bit overstocked, I rarely have problems keeping the water both clear and within healthy parameters. Part of that is filtration but I'm sure this great food helps too. Many of my fish are over six years old and they've been eating this food since I bought them. They are healthy and have good colors. Highly recommended food for fancy goldfish. Oh, I should also mention that my goldfish are not of the lionhead variety and this food serves them well. A couple of my new ones are oranda types but I'm not sure this has done much to promote head growth, though they were just cheap pet store hybrids so maybe they didn't have much to work with genetically in the first place. But anyway, good food for all fancy types and even feeding a young koi I'm babysitting (though he is quickly out growing the aquarium on this food since he's much faster than the fancy goldfish) Original: I've fed my goldfish this food since I got them. They're all healthy and vibrant. I've read this is just about the best food you can buy for them with out going and making/mixing it yourself. One bag has also lasted a very, very long time. I have 4 half-grown fancy goldfish and I can probably get nearly a year out of this bag.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-29*