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title: "Cichlid Slow Sinking Fish Food Pellets, Medium Size, 25 Ounce"
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# Natural Spirulina Boost 42% Protein Power Slow Sinking Precision Cichlid Slow Sinking Fish Food Pellets, Medium Size, 25 Ounce

**Brand:** aqueon
**Price:** 4592 som
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐟 Feed the FOMO: Premium pellets that make your cichlids the envy of every aquarium!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cichlid Slow Sinking Fish Food Pellets, Medium Size, 25 Ounce by aqueon
- **How much does it cost?** 4592 som with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/14476767-cichlid-slow-sinking-fish-food-pellets-medium-size-25-ounce)

## Best For

- aqueon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Cleaner Aquarium, Happier Fish:** Reduces uneaten food to maintain pristine water quality and a thriving tank environment.
- • **Optimized Slow Sinking Pellets:** 3mm medium granules sink slowly for efficient feeding and minimal waste.
- • **Protein-Packed Premium Formula:** 42% protein from shrimp, squid & whole fish meal fuels vibrant, healthy cichlids.
- • **Vibrant Color & Immune Support:** Natural astaxanthin, kelp & spirulina enhance stunning coloration and boost immunity.
- • **Versatile for All Cichlid Types:** Perfectly sized for South American, African Rift Lake, and carnivorous cichlids of all life stages.

## Overview

Aqueon Cichlid Slow Sinking Fish Food Pellets deliver a high-protein, nutrient-rich diet with 42% crude protein from premium shrimp, squid, and whole fish meals. Enhanced with natural color boosters like spirulina and astaxanthin, these 3mm medium pellets sink slowly to ensure efficient feeding and reduce waste, promoting cleaner water. Ideal for a wide range of cichlid species, this 25-ounce pack supports vibrant coloration, immune health, and overall vitality for all life stages.

## Description

Aqueon Cichlid Pellets are specially formulated with premium ingredients including shrimp meal, squid meal, kelp and spirulina to support the nutritional needs of a wide variety of cichlids. This nutrient-rich formula helps promote healthy growth, vibrant coloration, immune system health and overall vitality while delivering a taste even finicky cichlids enjoy. Designed to encourage efficient feeding and reduce waste, these pellets help maintain cleaner aquarium water when fed as directed. Suitable for South American, African Rift Lake and carnivorous cichlid species, Aqueon Cichlid Pellets provide complete daily nutrition for thriving freshwater fish.

Review: Excellent food for an outstanding price!! Similar quality to top shelf brands - This is my go-to ciclid food for the small ones in the tank. It's clearly delicious because it's made with quality ingredients and because the fish will fight over the food like you dropped a 12oz fillet mignon in a tank of piranhas. Okay maybe not that much, but they do go after it until their bellies are huge and try to steal every last bite from each other. The color of the fishes is excellent, they are very healthy, very active, beautiful fish. My cichlids are rather expensive fish and I would not feed them this if I didn't truly believe it was a high quality food. It's rated 4 stars on a cichlid food website. Here's some stats: Guaranteed Analysis Crude Protein 42.0% min. Crude Fat 8.0% min. Crude Fiber 3.0% max. Moisture 9.0% max. Phosphorus 1.0% min. Aqueon Cichlid Pellet Ingredients: Whole Fish Meal (whole salmon, herring & other mixed fishes), Whole Wheat Flour, Whole Dried Krill, Wheat Gluten Meal, Soybean Meal, Squid Meal, Dried Yeast, Fish Oil, Kelp Meal, Garlic, Spirulina, Marigold Powder, Chili Powder, Natural Astaxanthin, Choline Chloride, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Vitamin A Acetate, Cholecalciferol (source of Vitamin D3), Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Niacin, Menadione Sodium Bisulphite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity), Folic Acid, Thiamine, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (B6), Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, DL-Alphatocopherol (E), Manganese Sulfate, Cobalt Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate and Copper Sulfate. Aqueon Cichlid Pellet Ingredients Analysis Primary ingredient is Whole Fish meal. A meal form including the word “whole” identifies the entirety of the fish is utilized, not just processing leftovers as may be found in “fish meal.” Aqueon Meals are known to be manufactured in the United States, not utilizing Ethoxyquin as a preservative, which enables ample confidence in the quality of the meal. Whole Salmon is a high in Omega 3, Omega 6, and astaxanthin (A color enhancing carotenoid and powerful antioxidant). Salmon, combined with Whole Dried Krill, one of the best sources of astaxanthin available, ensures a food that will enhance red coloration. Studies conducted by the University of Albany’s Institute for Health and the Environment have identified significant contaminant levels in farmed salmon. “In particular, four substances that have been well studied for their ability to cause cancer-PCBs, dioxins, dieldrin, and toxaphene-were consistently and significantly more concentrated in farmed salmon.” Contamination is significant enough that the human recommendation for the consumption of farmed salmon is reduced to a “one-half to one meal per month-based on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) consumption advisories for these contaminants. A meal was considered to be an eight-ounce portion.” It can be safely assumed that farmed salmon is utilized in this meal. Wheat is split into two separate ingredients (Wheat Flour and Wheat Gluten Meal) potentially making it the actual 1st ingredient. The next preferred ingredient is “Whole Dried Krill Meal”. Preference would be for this to be identified as Antarctic Krill. Regardless, it is a preferred protein with excellent color enhancing properties. Squid meal is a quality preferred protein. Fish oil can be either a beneficial ingredient or a hazardous one. Human grade fish oil collected from specific specifies of fish and screened for mercury will provide necessary omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids as well as protein. Non-human grade fish oil may not be screened for mercury and originate from fish with reduced omega 3 content. Kelp Meal is a good source of iodine for thyroid function and chlorophyll, dietary fiber, Vitamin C, Pantothenic Acid, Zinc, Copper, Riboflavin, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium and Manganese. The inclusion of garlic and Spirulina are appreciated, although their listing this far down the ingredients limits their nutritional contribution. Marigold and Chili powder are more gimmicky than nutritionally important. With three of the top six ingredients being preferred proteins, including the first ingredient listed, there is sufficient confidence in the overall preferred protein content of this food. This food does not contain Ethoxyquin or artificial colors but it does contain synthetic vitamin K. Oscarfish.Com Rating: 4.0 Star Use of the whole fish and subsequent quality preferred proteins easily justify a 3 star rating. However, bonus points are awarded for not using ethoxyquin or artificial colors resulting in a 4 star rating. Limited quantities of preferred plant proteins combined with use of Menadione Sodium Bisulphite (synthetic vitamin K) and questionable amount of non-preferred proteins/fillers used, prevent rating any higher. Understanding Oscarfish.Com Ratings: This review is an attempt to analyze the ingredients, rating them from 1 (worst) to 6 (best) in an effort to judge quality based upon three simple criteria. Absence of toxic, potentially toxic, and controversial ingredients Aquatic Animal protein and Preferred Plant Proteins as the primary protein sources A fully nutritious food to include necessary vitamins and minerals with natural sources of vitamins and minerals being preferred. These basic concepts apply: Inclusion of sufficient quantities of preferred plant proteins is a bonus with sufficient Spirulina content being a significant bonus. Use of prebiotics or probiotics is a bonus Any food that utilizes Ethoxyquin, BHA, or BHT as preservatives, cannot rate higher than a 4 star food Use of artificial colors prevents rating higher than a 4 star food. Any food that utilizes Menadione Sodium Bisulfite (Synthetic Vitamin K, aka K3) cannot rate higher than a 5 star food. Inclusion of the “Whole Fish”, or “Whole Krill” (in meal form or not) is preferred over fish meal or krill meal. In order to achieve a 5 or 6 star rating, the quality of the meal must be known. In order to achieve a 6 star rating, the “Whole Fish’ (or whole animal) must be used, either in meal form or in sufficient quantities outside of meal form.
Review: These do sink pretty quickly but perfect for any fish that bottom feeds - This is my go to pellet food for most of my aquarium fish. Many reviews complain about how fast they fall, but ironically, I intentionally purchased these BECAUSE they sink quicker. I have many catfish, cichlids, plecos, loaches and bichirs that feed primarily towards the bottom of the tank. Most fish other than strict bottom feeders will have no problem finding these on the bottom and eating them - even my barbs will pick at them over flakes. Definitely make sure to only feed what the fish will eat in a reasonable amount of time (5-10 minutes) otherwise any food will start fouling the water.

## Features

- PREMIUM PROTEIN-RICH FORMULA made with shrimp meal, squid meal, kelp and spirulina to satisfy a wide variety of cichlid species
- SUPPORTS HEALTHY GROWTH AND VIBRANT COLORATION with quality ingredients that provide essential nutrients for overall health and vitality
- PROMOTES IMMUNE SYSTEM HEALTH through a balanced nutritional profile designed to help cichlids thrive
- REDUCES WASTE AND HELPS MAINTAIN WATER QUALITY by encouraging efficient feeding and minimizing uneaten food when fed as directed
- IDEAL FOR MANY CICHLID SPECIES including South American, African Rift Lake and carnivorous cichlids
- AVAILABLE IN TWO PELLET SIZES to accommodate a variety of cichlid species and feeding preferences, helping fish of different sizes eat comfortably
- Medium Size - also available in a mini size to work best with your cichlid
- Approximate Medium granule size 3mm

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Age Range (Description) | All Life Stages |
| Brand | Aqueon |
| Flavor | Fish |
| Item Form | Granule |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Package Size Name | Medium |
| Special Ingredients | Shrimp meal, squid kelp, spirulina |
| Specific Uses For Product | Nutrition |
| Unit Count | 25 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages
- **Brand:** Aqueon
- **Flavor:** Fish
- **Item Form:** Granule
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Nutrition

## Images

![Cichlid Slow Sinking Fish Food Pellets, Medium Size, 25 Ounce - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71i7EPOjNML.jpg)

## Available Options

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

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this oscar fish pellet s?**
A: Hi there! Yes, Oscar fish can have these pellets and they LOVE them!

**Q: What size are the medium pellets?**
A: The medium pellets are the ones you probably want. The mini ones are so small. The medium ones are about the size of peppercorns.

**Q: Will bluegill eat them?**
A: Bluegill are pond fish. Perhaps you could try the Kaytee Koi Food instead.

**Q: Is this ok for gold fish? How big is this?**
A: these are medium size pellets. If your gold fishes are 3 inches or larger then they will be able to eat it easily. Otherwise they may nibble on it until it gets softer for them to eat.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent food for an outstanding price!! Similar quality to top shelf brands
*by M***K on September 10, 2015*

This is my go-to ciclid food for the small ones in the tank. It's clearly delicious because it's made with quality ingredients and because the fish will fight over the food like you dropped a 12oz fillet mignon in a tank of piranhas. Okay maybe not that much, but they do go after it until their bellies are huge and try to steal every last bite from each other. The color of the fishes is excellent, they are very healthy, very active, beautiful fish. My cichlids are rather expensive fish and I would not feed them this if I didn't truly believe it was a high quality food. It's rated 4 stars on a cichlid food website. Here's some stats: Guaranteed Analysis Crude Protein 42.0% min. Crude Fat 8.0% min. Crude Fiber 3.0% max. Moisture 9.0% max. Phosphorus 1.0% min. Aqueon Cichlid Pellet Ingredients: Whole Fish Meal (whole salmon, herring & other mixed fishes), Whole Wheat Flour, Whole Dried Krill, Wheat Gluten Meal, Soybean Meal, Squid Meal, Dried Yeast, Fish Oil, Kelp Meal, Garlic, Spirulina, Marigold Powder, Chili Powder, Natural Astaxanthin, Choline Chloride, Calcium Propionate (a preservative), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Vitamin A Acetate, Cholecalciferol (source of Vitamin D3), Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Niacin, Menadione Sodium Bisulphite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity), Folic Acid, Thiamine, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (B6), Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, DL-Alphatocopherol (E), Manganese Sulfate, Cobalt Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate and Copper Sulfate. Aqueon Cichlid Pellet Ingredients Analysis Primary ingredient is Whole Fish meal. A meal form including the word “whole” identifies the entirety of the fish is utilized, not just processing leftovers as may be found in “fish meal.” Aqueon Meals are known to be manufactured in the United States, not utilizing Ethoxyquin as a preservative, which enables ample confidence in the quality of the meal. Whole Salmon is a high in Omega 3, Omega 6, and astaxanthin (A color enhancing carotenoid and powerful antioxidant). Salmon, combined with Whole Dried Krill, one of the best sources of astaxanthin available, ensures a food that will enhance red coloration. Studies conducted by the University of Albany’s Institute for Health and the Environment have identified significant contaminant levels in farmed salmon. “In particular, four substances that have been well studied for their ability to cause cancer-PCBs, dioxins, dieldrin, and toxaphene-were consistently and significantly more concentrated in farmed salmon.” Contamination is significant enough that the human recommendation for the consumption of farmed salmon is reduced to a “one-half to one meal per month-based on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) consumption advisories for these contaminants. A meal was considered to be an eight-ounce portion.” It can be safely assumed that farmed salmon is utilized in this meal. Wheat is split into two separate ingredients (Wheat Flour and Wheat Gluten Meal) potentially making it the actual 1st ingredient. The next preferred ingredient is “Whole Dried Krill Meal”. Preference would be for this to be identified as Antarctic Krill. Regardless, it is a preferred protein with excellent color enhancing properties. Squid meal is a quality preferred protein. Fish oil can be either a beneficial ingredient or a hazardous one. Human grade fish oil collected from specific specifies of fish and screened for mercury will provide necessary omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids as well as protein. Non-human grade fish oil may not be screened for mercury and originate from fish with reduced omega 3 content. Kelp Meal is a good source of iodine for thyroid function and chlorophyll, dietary fiber, Vitamin C, Pantothenic Acid, Zinc, Copper, Riboflavin, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium and Manganese. The inclusion of garlic and Spirulina are appreciated, although their listing this far down the ingredients limits their nutritional contribution. Marigold and Chili powder are more gimmicky than nutritionally important. With three of the top six ingredients being preferred proteins, including the first ingredient listed, there is sufficient confidence in the overall preferred protein content of this food. This food does not contain Ethoxyquin or artificial colors but it does contain synthetic vitamin K. Oscarfish.Com Rating: 4.0 Star Use of the whole fish and subsequent quality preferred proteins easily justify a 3 star rating. However, bonus points are awarded for not using ethoxyquin or artificial colors resulting in a 4 star rating. Limited quantities of preferred plant proteins combined with use of Menadione Sodium Bisulphite (synthetic vitamin K) and questionable amount of non-preferred proteins/fillers used, prevent rating any higher. Understanding Oscarfish.Com Ratings: This review is an attempt to analyze the ingredients, rating them from 1 (worst) to 6 (best) in an effort to judge quality based upon three simple criteria. Absence of toxic, potentially toxic, and controversial ingredients Aquatic Animal protein and Preferred Plant Proteins as the primary protein sources A fully nutritious food to include necessary vitamins and minerals with natural sources of vitamins and minerals being preferred. These basic concepts apply: Inclusion of sufficient quantities of preferred plant proteins is a bonus with sufficient Spirulina content being a significant bonus. Use of prebiotics or probiotics is a bonus Any food that utilizes Ethoxyquin, BHA, or BHT as preservatives, cannot rate higher than a 4 star food Use of artificial colors prevents rating higher than a 4 star food. Any food that utilizes Menadione Sodium Bisulfite (Synthetic Vitamin K, aka K3) cannot rate higher than a 5 star food. Inclusion of the “Whole Fish”, or “Whole Krill” (in meal form or not) is preferred over fish meal or krill meal. In order to achieve a 5 or 6 star rating, the quality of the meal must be known. In order to achieve a 6 star rating, the “Whole Fish’ (or whole animal) must be used, either in meal form or in sufficient quantities outside of meal form.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These do sink pretty quickly but perfect for any fish that bottom feeds
*by S***Y on March 7, 2024*

This is my go to pellet food for most of my aquarium fish. Many reviews complain about how fast they fall, but ironically, I intentionally purchased these BECAUSE they sink quicker. I have many catfish, cichlids, plecos, loaches and bichirs that feed primarily towards the bottom of the tank. Most fish other than strict bottom feeders will have no problem finding these on the bottom and eating them - even my barbs will pick at them over flakes. Definitely make sure to only feed what the fish will eat in a reasonable amount of time (5-10 minutes) otherwise any food will start fouling the water.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good bang for your buck
*by T***4 on June 18, 2026*

It arrived with a small hole poked in the back of the package and food loose in the box (wasn't much). The amazon box was perfect and it was shipped with a bottle of advil, I was confused as to how it aquired the hole. It is a good amount of product for a low price. My fish likes it and he is a fussy eater. The granuals are small and slow sinking. Only gave 4☆ because of the damage

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