Oranda Lion Head Tricolor-Panda 9-10 cm - Carassius Auratus - Red Fish

Oranda Tricolor Panda it belongs to the Cyprinidae family and is the result of an artificial selection centuries started in East Asia, particularly in China and Japan. This variety combines the typical morphology of the gold with a very refined tricolor livery, in which the base white it is enriched by deep black spots and red or orange zones, often concentrated on the head or along the back.

The body is short, massive and ovoid, with pronounced abdomen. The head is driven by flakes in the front area and presents the wen, fleshy growth that increases with age and represent one of the most distinctive ornamental elements of the variety. The caudal fin is double, wide and well opened, while swimming is slow and graceful, typical of red fish fancy.

Each specimen is unique: the distribution of colors and the extension of the wen are never identical, making each oranda tricolor panda an unrepeatable subject.

Ideal habitat in the aquarium

To ensure a healthy life and correct growth, the oranda Tricolor Panda needs a stable and well-designed environment.

• Recommended minimum volume:
  at least 100-120 liters for a single adult specimen; Major volumes are strongly recommended in case of more subjects.

• Shape of the tank:
  preferable long and wide aquariums rather than high, to promote horizontal swimming.

• Filtration:
  powerful and oversized, as goldfish produce a large amount of organic waste. An external filter is recommended with a range of at least 2-3 times the volume of the tank per hour.

• Water movement:
  moderate; Excessive currents fit swimming and stress the animal.

• Lighting:
  average, sufficient to support any plants and enhance coloring, but not too intense.

The use of a specific bioconditioner It is recommended at every change of water to protect the mucosa and reduce stress.

Chemical water values

The Oranda Tricolor Panda is relatively adaptable, but gives the best of self in stable conditions:

• Temperature: 18-24 ° C
  (lower values slow down metabolism, higher values increase oxygen consumption)

• ph: 6.5-7.5

• Total hardness (GH): Media, approximately 8-16 DGH

• Ammonia and nitrites: always absent

• Nitrates: preferably less than 30 mg / l

The stability of the parameters is more important than the absolute value: sudden changes can cause stress and pathologies, especially borne by the Wen.

Behavior and cohabitation

It is a fish extremely peaceful, social and non-territorial. Can live peacefully with:

• other Oranda

• Ranchu

• Ryukin

• Pearl stairs

• other Varieties Fancy Lens and similar dimensions

Instead they are to avoid:

• very fast or aggressive fish

• tropical species with different thermal needs

• brohrimped Fish Fish

The correct coexistence reduces stress, food competition and risk of injuries.

Power

The Tricolor Panda Oranda is omnivorous and requires a varied and balanced diet to maintain health, coloring and correct development of the wen.

• specific feed for goldfishing fish fancy (pellets or sinking granules)

• high quality flakes

• blanched vegetables (shelled peas, zucchini, spinach)

• frozen or live foods such as Artemia, Dafnie and Chironomus

It is recommended to administer small quantities several times a day, avoiding excesses that can cause digestive problems or water pollution.

Plants and recommended set-up

The preparation must be safe and functional, avoiding elements that can damage fins and wen.

Recommended plants:

• Anubias (All varieties)

• Microsorum Pteropus (Java fern)

• Cryptocoryne

• Spathiphyllum Wallisii (in suitable fittings)

Substrate:

• fine sand or medium-sized rounded gravel

The Oranda loves to rummage on the bottom; Materials too small or pointed can be ingested or causing abrasions.

Maintenance and longevity

Regular maintenance is essential:

• weekly water changes 25-40%

• background sipper

• periodic filter cleaning

• constant control of the parameters

Under optimal conditions, the oranda Tricolor Panda can live 12-15 years, becoming a true protagonist of domestic 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.