Oranda Red Lion Head 6-7 cm - Red Oranda - Carassius Auratus - Red Fish

Red oranda it derives from breeding centuries in China and Japan. It is a fish from the ovoidal and rounding body, with prominent head and slightly protruding eyes. The mouth is terminal and free of teeth, while the internal pharyngeal bones help in the chew.
The ventral and pectoral fins are triangular and rounded, the dorsal fin is trapezoidal with 14-20 soft rays, and the double caudal fin gives an elegant but slow swimming. The red livery becomes more intense if the temperature remains constant above 18-20 ° C.

Ideal habitat in the aquarium

• Recommended minimum volume: 80-100L for adult individual, greater if in groups

• Filtration: mandatory and powerful (preferable pressurized external filter, capacity ≥2 times the volume of the aquarium)

• Bottom: rounded gravel or fine sand to protect fins and mouth

• Furniture: smooth rocks, bog woods, robust plants; Avoid sharp elements that can damage fish

• Lighting: moderate, enough for plants without stressing the specimens

Chemical water parameters

• Temperature: 18-23 ° C (optimal 20-22 ° C)

• ph: 7,5-8

• Gh: 16-18

• Conductivity: 700-900 μs / cm

• Ammonia / nitrite: 0ppm

• Nitrates: keep bass through regular partial changes

Behavior and coexistence

Fish pacific and sociable, suitable for groups of oranda or other varieties of Fancy Germans. Not compatible with fast or aggressive species that can compete for food or damaging the fins.

Power

• Pellets or specific flakes for goldfish

• Boiled vegetables (zucchini, peas)

• Occasional proteins (chironomus, artemia, dafnie)

• Fractional administration to prevent digestive problems

Recommended plants

• Anubias sPP. - robust and resistant

• Microsorum (Java fern) - Ideal in repaired areas

• Cryptocoryne spp. - Large and resistant leaves

• Spathiphyllum Wallisii - Suitable as an ornamental plant and natural filter

• Robust artificial plants can be integrated without risks

Reproduction

Stimulated by higher temperatures (22-24 ° C). The females lay eggs that are immediately fertilized; recommended separate reproduction tank with grid and floating plants. The fry hook in 5-7 days and start feeding after the reabsorption of the calf sack.

Longevity

With adequate care can live up to 10-12 years in the aquarium.

Shipping kit in the purchase of shrimp and snails

Expeditions of live animals (shrimp, snails, crustaceans and other invertebrates) are carried out only Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, to guarantee optimal transport conditions and minimize the times of stock.

For each order containing live animals it is mandatory to add the shipping kit, designed to ensure maximum protection during transport. The kit includes:

• Polystyrene container with high thermal insulation
• Double protective bag with oxygenation
• Thermal warmer (included in the coldest months)

Important: Acquarioshop.it is not responsible for any delays in delivery caused by the courier, adverse weather conditions or other external events not attributable to The Ark of Zin Fabio.

Furthermore, it is not possible to predict the compatibility between the water of our breeding and that of your aquarium, since we do not know the specific chemical-physical parameters of each domestic tank. For this reason, we recommend a gradual acclimatization of at least an hour, introducing small amounts of water of the aquarium in the shipping bag every 5-10 minutes. During this process, it is recommended immerse the bag in the aquarium to allow a correct stabilization of the temperature before the final release.