Flowerhorn Cichlid Golden Base 8cm Sub Adult Male

Flowerhorn Cichlid Golden Base 8cm Sub Adult Male

£150.00

Flowerhorn Cichlid – Golden Base Overview:The Golden Base Flowerhorn is a striking ornamental fish celebrated for its rich golden-yellow body coloration, prominent nuchal hump (kok), and pearling patterns. This strain is a show-quality centerpiece fish ideal for collectors seeking a vibrant, eye-catching addition to their aquarium. Origin:Bred through selective hybridization in Malaysia and China, the […]

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Flowerhorn Cichlid – Golden Base

Overview:
The Golden Base Flowerhorn is a striking ornamental fish celebrated for its rich golden-yellow body coloration, prominent nuchal hump (kok), and pearling patterns. This strain is a show-quality centerpiece fish ideal for collectors seeking a vibrant, eye-catching addition to their aquarium.

Origin:
Bred through selective hybridization in Malaysia and China, the Golden Base Flowerhorn combines robust Malau lineage traits with Kamfa ornamental features, emphasizing color intensity, body symmetry, and kok development.

Feeding:

  • Staple Diet: High-quality Flowerhorn pellets for optimal growth and color.

  • Supplements: Shrimp, krill, and bloodworms to enhance golden hues.

  • Color Boosters: Spirulina and carotenoid-rich foods to intensify pearling and overall coloration.

Tank Mates:

  • Best kept alone due to high territoriality.

  • Compatible only with other fish in large, partitioned tanks.

Aggression Level:
Very High. Dominant and territorial; not suitable for standard community setups.

Experience Level:
Advanced. Requires attentive care, stable water conditions, and high-quality nutrition to maintain peak color, pearling, and kok development.

Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 78–84°F (25–29°C)

  • pH: 7.2–8.0

  • Hardness: 8–20 dGH

  • Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons for adult specimens

Unique Features:

  • Kok (Head Growth): Well-developed, round, and symmetrical, enhancing its show-quality appearance.

  • Coloration: Rich golden base with pearling and subtle orange highlights.

  • Body Type: Muscular and stocky, making it a commanding centerpiece.

  • Rarity: Sought after for its intense golden coloration and collector appeal, making it a standout in any aquarium.

✨ The Golden Base Flowerhorn is a premium centerpiece fish, perfect for aquarists seeking a vivid, heavily pearled Flowerhorn with a bold golden hue and impressive kok.