Color enhancing koi food is designed to bring out the vibrant reds, whites, and golds in your pond fish. Rich in natural pigments like spirulina, carotenoids, and krill meal, these formulas intensify koi coloration while delivering complete, balanced nutrition. Best used in warmer months when fish metabolism is highest, color diets also support growth, energy, and immune function. Whether you’re preparing koi for a competition or simply want to enjoy their full beauty, color enhancing foods provide visible improvements in just weeks. Safe for everyday feeding, these diets highlight your koi’s patterns and keep them in top condition.
Our Pond Fish Food Guide: Feeding by Season, Age & Water Temperature

Excellent Color Enhancing, Daily Diet For All Types Of Koi & Pond Fishes
Hikari Gold is a daily diet, developed through years of koi breeding and showing, to meet the nutritional needs of koi while providing excellent color enhancement. Hikari Gold will bring out the best in your koi and bring you the success you've dreamed of!
Feeding Suggestions: When your water temperature is consistently above 60°F but below 70°F, feed one to two times daily. When the water temperature stays above 70°F, feed two to four times daily. Warmer temperatures translates to more activity and the need for more food. Always remove all remaining food after the feeding period to avoid over-feeding and the water quality problems associated with this action.
| Guaranteed Analysis | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | Crude Fat | Crude Fiber | Moisture | Ash |
| min. 35.0% | min. 3.0% | max. 5.0% | max. 10.0% | max. 13.0% |
| Phosphorus | Vitamin A | Vitamin D3 | Vitamin E | Ascorbic Acid |
| min. 1.0% | min. 8,200 IU/kg | min. 1,200 IU/kg | min. 1,200 IU/kg | min. 180 mg/kg |
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
02242 |
17.6 Ounces |
Small Pellets 2.7 - 4.0 mm |
|
02342 |
17.6 Ounces |
Medium Pellets 4.0 - 5.5 mm |
|
02370 |
4.4 lbs |
Medium Pellets 4.0 - 5.5 mm |
|
02228 |
11 lbs |
Small Pellets 2.7 - 4.0 mm |
|
02382 |
11 lbs |
Medium Pellets 4.0 - 5.5 mm |
|
02482 |
11 lbs |
Large Pellets 7.2 - 9.0 mm |
|
02189 |
22 lbs |
Baby Pellets 1.7-2.0 mm |
|
02289 |
22 lbs |
Small Pellets 2.7 - 4.0 mm |
|
02389 |
22 lbs |
Medium Pellets 4.0 - 5.5 mm |
|
02489 |
22 lbs |
Large Pellets 7.2 - 9.0 mm |
Hikari Saki-Hikari has been developed as a result of decades of first hand breeding experience and considerable insight from a number of Japan's top breeders. Saki-Hikari is the diet used by the All Japan Koi Show Grand Champion winners in back to back shows dating back to 2003. If you want the VERY best for your koi, look no further than the leader in koi nutrition worldwide, Hikari.
| Guaranteed Analysis | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | Crude Fat | Crude Fiber | Moisture | Ash | B.Subtilis |
| min. 40.0% | min. 6.0% | max. 2.0% | max. 10.0% | max. 15.0% | min. 1,0x106 CFU/g |
| Phosphorus | Vitamin A | Vitamin D3 | Vitamin E | Ascorbic Acid | |
| min. 1.0% | min. 9,000 IU/kg | min. 1,800 IU/kg | min. 180 IU/kg | min. 150 mg/kg | |
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
41809 |
4.4 lbs. |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5 mm |
|
41810 |
11 lbs. |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5 mm |
|
41824 |
11 lbs. |
Large Pellets 8.0-9.0 mm |
|
C41810 |
22 lbs. |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5 mm |
|
C41824 |
22 lbs. |
Large Pellets 8.0-9.0 mm |
|
41812 |
33 lbs. |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5 mm |
|
41821 |
33 lbs. |
Large Pellets 8.0-9.0 mm |
Ingredients:
Wheat, Fish Meal, Poultry Meal, Peas, Dried Beans, Fish Oil, L- Lysine Monohydrochloride, Vitamin Premix (Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, L-Ascorbyl- 2-Polyphosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Menadione nicotinamide bisulphite, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Mineral Premix (Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Cobalt Sulfate), Yeast Extract, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Calcium Propionate, and Astaxanthin.
| Guaranty Analysis: | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein min. | Crude Fat min. | Crude Fiber max. | Phosphorus min. | Ash max. | Sodium max. |
| 39% | 9% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 10% | 0.5% |
| SKU | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|
504774 |
5mm |
|
504775 |
5mm |
|
505339 |
5mm |
|
504960 |
7mm |
Blue Ridge Platinum Pro is a professional, fish meal-based diet formulated for discerning koi keepers that want the very best for their fish. This is a higher protein formula that will provide your koi with exceptional growth, nutrition and coloration. It contains everything needed to keep your fish in top show condition including top quality protein, carbohydrates and amino acids. It contains proven color enhancers Spirulina and Canthaxanthin for superior color enhancement. Also includes Primilac, a probiotic immune stimulant designed to protect koi from sickness and disease. Available in pest-proof 4.5 pound plastic jars and 14 pound plastic buckets with resealable lids.
This food is available in the standard pellet only 3/16" size pellet. In manufacturing of the pellets there is an allowance of 1/32" either way in diameter.
| Guaranteed Analysis | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude protein not less than | Crude fat not less than | Crude fiber not more than | Phosphorus ℗ not less than | Ash not more than | Calcium not less than | Calcium not more than | Sodium not more than |
| 41% | 7% | 5% | 1% | 12% | 2% | 3% | 0.5% |
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
60201 |
4.5 lbs. |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
|
60251 |
14 lbs. |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
|
60215 |
50 lbs. |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
This diet contains the same ingredients as the growth food but we've added three proven color enhancers, marigold extract, spirulina, and canthaxanthin. Feed this food for 30 days and watch the reds on your koi and goldfish intensify. This food is available in the standard pellet only 3/16" size pellet.
| Guaranteed Analysis | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude protein not less than | Crude fat not less than | Crude fiber not more than | Phosphorus ℗ not less than | Ash not more than | ||
| 36% | 6% | 5% | 0.75% | 8.50% | ||
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
30201 |
2 lbs |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
|
30501 |
5 lbs |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
|
30522 |
14 lbs |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
|
30521 |
14 lbs |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
|
30251 |
25 lbs |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
|
30215 |
50 lbs |
Standard Pellet 3/16" |
Superior Color Enhancing Supplemental Diet For Koi
Hikari Spirulina is a superior color enhancing formula using natural color enhancing ingredients extracted from pure, cultured spirulina and carotenoid NS germ which when blended together produce this outstanding diet.
Feeding Suggestions: When your water temperature is consistently above 70°F, feed two to four times daily. Warmer temperatures translate to more activity and the need for more food. Always remove all remaining food after the feeding period to avoid over-feeding and the water quality problems associated with this action.
| Guaranteed Analysis | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | Crude Fat | Crude Fiber | Moisture | Ash | |
| min. 40.0% | min. 3.0% | max. 5.0% | max. 10.0% | max. 16.0% | |
| Phosphorus | Vitamin A | Vitamin D3 | Vitamin E | Ascorbic Acid | |
| min. 1.0% | min. 20,000 IU/kg | min. 3,000 IU/kg | min. 620 IU/kg | min. 440 mg/kg | |
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
07239 |
17.6 Ounces |
Mini Pellets 2.7-4.0 mm |
|
07482 |
11 lbs |
Large Pellets 7.2-9.0 mm |
A professional use, supplemental daily diet intended to help finish the Shiroji (white) of your championship-grade koi while enhancing the depth and brilliance of the skin.
FEEDING:
Use of Saki-Hikari Pure White with our other Saki-Hikari diets is recommended to experience the maximum Hikari Germ effect. The use of color enhancing diets will reduce the impact of Saki-Hikari Pure White.
Above 64°F - Feed two to four times daily based on the activity level of your koi.
Between 54°F and 64°F - Feed two to four times daily based on the activity level of your koi. For best results, try to feed during the warmest part of the day.
Between 41°F and 54°F - Carefully regulate the amount fed based on the activity level of your koi and your pond conditions. Extreme care should be taken to avoid over-feeding in this temperature range.
| Guaranteed Analysis | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | Crude Fat | Crude Fiber | Moisture | Ash | B.Subtilis |
| min. 37.0% | min. 5.0% | max. 1.5% | max. 10.0% | max. 15.0% | min. 1,0x106 CFU/g |
| Phosphorus | Vitamin A | Vitamin D3 | Vitamin E | Ascorbic Acid | |
| min. 1.2% | min. 19,000 IU/kg | min. 3,800 IU/kg | min. 7,600 IU/kg | min. 9,900 mg/kg | |
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
41520 |
11 lbs |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5mm |
|
C41520 |
22 lbs |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5mm |
|
41522 |
33 lbs |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5mm |
A supplemental floating diet intended to help finish championship-grade koi prior to a show. If your koi needs an extra pop of color, this probiotic enhancing diet should be your first choice!
FEEDING:
For best results use Saki-Hikari Deep Red when your water temperature is consistently above 20°C (68°F). As this diet offers an extreme color enhancing effect it is meant to be used as a supplemental feed only. Remember, higher levels of Saki-Hikari Deep Red will provide more aggressive color enhancement and exclusive feeding of Saki-Hikari Deep Red may cause discoloration on the Shiroji (white areas of the koi).
| Guaranteed Analysis | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | Crude Fat | Crude Fiber | Moisture | Ash | Phosphorus |
| min. 45.0% | min. 5.0% | max. 2.0% | max. 10.0% | max. 15.0% | min. 1.2% |
| B.Subtilis | Vitamin A | Vitamin D3 | Vitamin E | Ascorbic Acid | |
| min. 1,0x106CFU/g | min. 8,500 IU/kg | min. 1,700 IU/kg | min. 1,000 IU/kg | min. 140 mg/kg | |
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
41620 |
11 lbs |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5mm |
|
C41620 |
22 lbs |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5mm |
|
41622 |
33 lbs |
Medium Pellets 5.0-5.5mm |
Hikari Excel is a scientifically developed, color enhancing diet. An easily digestible food produced from a mixture of highly nutritious wheat-germ and pure cultured spirulina. After a month of daily feeding it can produce ideal coloration of your koi. Hikari® Excel , simply the best!
Feeding Suggestions: Feed up to four times daily based on your water temperature and koi activity level. Warmer temperatures translate to more activity and the need for more food. Feed no more than your fish will consume within three to five minutes. Always remove all remaining food after the feeding period to avoid over-feeding and the water quality problems associated with this action.
| Guaranteed Analysis | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | Crude Fat | Crude Fiber | Moisture | Ash |
| min. 35.0% | min. 4.0% | max. 3.0% | max. 10.0% | max. 13.0% |
| Crude Protein | Crude Fat | Crude Fiber | Moisture | Ash |
| min. 0.8% | min. 19,000 IU/kg | min. 2,800 IU/kg | min. 590 IU/kg | min. 420 mg/kg |
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
13382 |
11 lbs |
Medium Pellets 4.0 - 5.5 mm |
Aquatic Nutrition Blackwater Color Enhancing fish food is meticulously formulated to enhance the vibrant colors of your koi, goldfish, and even Cichlids. Premium special ingredients are designed to bring out the necessary hues for competitions or simply to showcase your fish at their finest. For optimal results, use this diet for up to two months before a show or competition. With four different natural color enhancers included in generous quantities, this formula intensifies red and yellow tones. Unlike some color-enhancing diets that skimp on ingredients, ours contains over 30% of these enhancers for superior results.
| SKU | Size | Pellet Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
70207-M |
2 lbs |
Medium 4.8 mm |
|
70208-M |
5 lbs |
Medium 4.8 mm |
|
70208-L |
5 lbs |
Large 7.9 mm |
|
70209-M |
12.8 lbs |
Medium 4.8 mm |
|
70209-L |
12.8 lbs |
Large 7.9 mm |
|
70216-L |
20 lbs |
Large 7.9 mm |
|
70216-M |
20 lbs |
Medium 4.8 mm |
|
70210-M |
40 lbs |
Medium 4.8 mm |
|
70210-L |
40 lbs |
Large 7.9 mm |
Tetra Koi Vibrance meets the exact requirements of Koi which are kept in the U.S. climate. They provide a completely natural and nutritional diet, but contain a higher protein level and a natural color enhancer to keep Koi as active, healthy, and colorful as nature intended.
A highly nutritional diet that brings out vibrant reds and yellows on Koi and ornamental goldfish.
| Guaranteed Analysis | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min.) | Crude Fat (min.) | Crude Fiber (max.) | Moisture (max.) | Phosphorus (min.) | Ascorbic Acid (VIT.C) (min.) | |
| 31% | 5% | 2% | 7% | 1% | 99 mg/lg | |
| SKU | Size | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|
16359 |
4.94 oz |
1 |
|
16494 |
1.43 lbs |
1 |
|
16485 |
2.5 lbs |
1 |
|
16459 |
3.31 lbs Bucket |
1 |
|
16486 |
5.18 lbs |
1 |
|
16491 |
8.27 lbs |
1 |
|
16458 |
16.5 lbs |
1 |
Tetra Color Flaked Food is a high quality color enhancing diet in flaked form. This food is formulated to create superb fish coloration by bringing out the vibrant reds and yellows. Tetra Color Flaked Food is an ideal diet to enhance the color of the smaller fish in your pond and can be fed whenever water temperatures are above 50°F.
The primary meal for goldfish and small Koi.
| GUARANTEED ANALYSIS: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| MIN. CRUDE PROTEIN | 28.0% | MIN. CRUDE FAT | 7.0% |
| MAX. CRUDE FIBER | 2.0% | MAX. MOISTURE | 8.0% |
| MIN. PHOSPHORUS | 0.6% | MIN. ASCORBIC ACID (VIT. C) | 59 MG/KG |
| SKU | Size | |
|---|---|---|
77021 |
6 oz |