Oranda Ranchu Red White 9-10 cm - Carassius Auratus - Red Fish

Red White Ranchu Oranda is one of the most elegant and appreciated varieties of red fish (Carassius Auratus). Characterized by a compact and ovoid body, with a well-opened double caudal fin and fleshy escrescence on the head (Wen), this fish combines beauty and grace in swimming, while maintaining a peaceful character. Its tricolor red-white livery makes it particularly attractive in freshwater aquariums and tempered ponds, making it ideal for both neophotics and expert enthusiasts.

Ideal habitat in the aquarium

The red white Ranchu Oranda needs an environment calm, clean and well oxygenated. This variety fits well both interior aquariums of cold water either tempered / outdoor ponds in which temperatures remain within a wide range.

Recommended minimum volume

• Internal: at least 120-150 liters for adult individual. For groups of 2 or more fish, increase the volume (eg 200-300 liters) proportionally).
• Exterior / pond: the volume is not fixed, but to ensure a large body of water with deep and shaded areas for thermal stability.

Filtration

Filtration powerful, stable and well maintained It is fundamental. The filter must remove debris and nitrogen substances and allow correct gaseous exchange. External filters with an important biological component are preferable, capable of treating at least 2-3 times the volume of the tank / hour.

Bottom

The ideal substrate is:

• fine sand
• rounded gravel of medium granulometry

These materials prevent mouth damage and fins during foraging or swimming.

Furniture

The furniture must be:

• smooth and sharp-free
• with rounded roots or polished woods
• non-intrusive to leave room for swimming

Avoid sharp stones or objects with edges that can tear the delicate fins.

Lighting

Lighting moderate which guarantees visibility and values the livery without stressing the fish. In aquariums with lived plants, keep lights adapted to the selected plants.

Chemical water parameters

Good water quality is essential for the health of the red white Ranchu:

• Temperature: 18-24 ° C (wide tolerance margin)
• ph: 6.5-8.0 (tending to neutral)
• Gh: medium (8-16 DGH)
• Conductivity: moderate
• Ammonia / nitrite: 0 (must be absent)
• Nitrates: preferably below 25-30 mg / l

Maintaining these values, and their stability over time, reduce stress and favor well-being and growth.

Behavior and coexistence

The red white Ranchu Oranda is a fish pacific, non-territorial and social, suitable for community tanks with species from similar needs.

Recommended cohabitation

• Other goldfish fancy like Oranda, Ranchu, Pearl Scale, Black Moor
• Lens and peaceful variety of similar size

To avoid

• Fast or aggressive fish
• Tropical species with different temperature needs
• Pisces with territorial behavior

Group interaction is positive, but it is advisable to avoid overcrowded tanks.

Power

White Red Ranchu Oranda has a robust appetite, but a correct diet is crucial for health:

• Base: pellets or granules specific for goldfish fish (sinking to reduce bladder problems)
• Supplements: boiled vegetables (shelled peas, zucchini)
• Occasional: protein foods such as Artemia, Dafnie or Chironomus

It is recommended to administer small quantities several times a day to avoid supercharging and digestive problems.

Recommended plants

For a natural but safe environment, choose Plants robust and little attractive, which are not easily damaged or consumed:

• Anubias sPP. - Robust plants, little susceptible to bites
• Microsorum Pteropus (Java fern) - Resistant and not easily tearable
• Cryptocoryne spp. - Large and strong leaves
• Vallisneria - Rigid and resistant stems

These plants help stabilize water and create shelters, without risking damage to the fins or visual stress.

Reproduction

Reproduction of red white Ranchu aquarium is possible but may require experience. To promote reproduction:

• slightly increase temperature and availability of quality food
• prepare playback tank with slight floating plants or repaired areas
• isolate the pair in a controlled environment
• remove parents after deposition

The fry, once born and reassorous the calm bag, must be fed with very fine food.

Longevity

With proper water management, balanced feeding and adequate cohabitation, the red white Ranchu Oranda can live 12-15 years or more 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.