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Good call. Let us know how it works out. Also, keep an eye on the flow, some bettas hate even the slightest current.

Filters are a must, especially in smaller tanks. Without one, ammonia builds up fast. I run a sponge filter in my 10 gallon, keeps the water pristine. Also, weekly water changes, 20%, with Seachem Prime.

Test magnesium too. Low Mg makes Zoas sulk. Keep it above 1300 ppm.

If you're after colour enhancing food, try ones with astaxanthin - it's an algae that brings out the red in fish. I've used it from various companies and it works a treat. Used to add it to my own homemade rainbow foods, got great results.


I checked out the websites you mentioned and they've ...

@bikerod … thanks for the interest, I'm glad I could help.

Going back to your original question, it's great that we're having this discussion - I think it's really helpful for all of us. Having a simple thread or guide on colour enhancing foods would be super useful, even if it's just a summary of ...

@graye, thanks for sharing your knowledge, it's really helpful. I've been looking for some ready-made food options that include astaxanthin, specifically for African cichlids. Do you know of any good ones? I'm also curious, can you buy a concentrated formula of astaxanthin or the other ingredient ...

Hi coltin, thanks for the heads up, I've been searching around for a while but couldn't find a clear answer. Hopefully others can chime in and help out.

Thanks a lot, graye, I appreciate your input. Just wanted to double-check, is there a straightforward thread or something I'm missing that covers ...

Colour enhancing fish food that actually works - no hormones here. My product is guaranteed to bring out the colours in almost any fish, especially those stunning cichlids.

A little goes a long way, trust me - one feed a week is all you'll need. Pricing is as follows:
50g for £8,
100g for £13 ...

Hi mate, still got the colour enhancing fish food available?