{"product_id":"api-cichlid-pellets-large-200gm","title":"API Cichlid Pellets Large 200gm.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA floating pellet sized for cichlids that have outgrown the small stuff.\u003c\/strong\u003e API Cichlid Large Pellets are a 33.6%-protein floating food built for cichlids over 5 inches — oscars, larger Central and South American cichlids, and big African species. Sold here in a 200 g pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e33.6% minimum crude protein\u003c\/strong\u003e — whole menhaden fish meal and shrimp meal as the leading protein sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloats, then softens\u003c\/strong\u003e — large cichlids feed readily at the surface; the pellet holds its shape long enough to be caught before breaking down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirulina and banana flour\u003c\/strong\u003e — natural colour enhancers alongside the protein base, rather than synthetic dye alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull vitamin and mineral premix\u003c\/strong\u003e — chelated trace minerals for better uptake than inorganic mineral salts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloating pellet, fish food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrude protein\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33.6% minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrude fat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5% minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrude fibre\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.9% maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.0% maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVitamin E\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e526 IU\/lb minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAscorbic acid (Vitamin C)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e386 mg\/lb minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size sold here\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecies suited\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCichlids over 5 inches (oscars, larger Central\/South American and African cichlids)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTranscribed verbatim from the API Cichlid Large Pellets label, checked 7 August 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole wheat, whole menhaden fish meal, shrimp meal, wheat middlings, pea protein, cane molasses, fish oil, brewers dried yeast, hydrated sodium calcium aluminosilicate, banana flour, spirulina, vitamins and minerals (L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (Vitamin C), inositol, a-tocopherol acetate (Vitamin E), nicotinic acid, calcium pantothenate, iron amino acid chelate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, ferrous sulphate, zinc amino acid chelate, vitamin B1 supplement, manganese oxide, zinc oxide, manganese amino acid chelate, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), vitamin A acetate, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, copper sulphate, biotin, copper amino acid chelate, calcium iodate, vitamin D3 supplement, sodium molybdate), garlic powder, DL-methionine, choline chloride, L-lysine, L-threonine, vanilla powder, BHA\/citric acid\/propyl gallate (as preservatives).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich cichlid pellet do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI sizes its cichlid pellets by fish length, not by tank size. Choose Large for cichlids over 5 inches; a smaller cichlid on a Large pellet may struggle to fit it in its mouth, which wastes food and fouls water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed twice a day, only as much as your fish will consume within 3 minutes. Large cichlids are strong feeders and will beg past the point of being full — stick to the 3-minute rule rather than the fish's enthusiasm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOscars and other large cichlids over 5 inches, as a primary diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall or juvenile cichlids under 5 inches — the pellet size is too large; choose a Medium or Small pellet instead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvertebrates or plants sensitive to overfeeding residue — large cichlid tanks foul quickly if this is overfed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/api-freshwater-master-multi-test-kit-5-in-1\"\u003eAPI Freshwater Master Multi Test Kit 5 in 1\u003c\/a\u003e — large, messy feeders push ammonia and nitrite harder than a light-bioload tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/api-aquarium-salt\"\u003eAPI Aquarium Salt\u003c\/a\u003e — for routine water changes in the same tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a consumable food product, so no manufacturer warranty period applies. This does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law: if the product is faulty, unsafe or not as described, you are entitled to a remedy. Ships as standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat size cichlid is this pellet for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI formulates this as its Large pellet for cichlids over 5 inches, such as oscars and larger Central, South American and African species. Smaller cichlids should be fed a smaller pellet size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this pellet enhance colour?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Spirulina and banana flour in the formula are natural colour enhancers, alongside the overall protein and vitamin base that supports general health and vibrancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this pellet cloud the water if I overfeed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Feed only what your cichlids clear within 3 minutes. Large cichlids often beg for more than they need, and uneaten pellets breaking down on the substrate are a common cause of cloudy water and ammonia spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242294034723,"sku":"BA2057","price":30.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/api-cichlid-pellets-large-20-46120701133091.webp?v=1790239782","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/api-cichlid-pellets-large-200gm","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}