Description
Flowerhorn Cichlid – Super Red Star (SRS)
Overview:
The Super Red Star (SRS) is a dazzling Flowerhorn variety, renowned for its deep, fiery red coloration accented by a galaxy-like scattering of pearling across its body. This strain combines the intensity of the Super Red Dragon’s bold kok with the shimmering, starry pearling patterns, creating a fish that truly lives up to its name. A centerpiece for any Flowerhorn enthusiast, the Super Red Star is both striking and powerful in appearance.
Origin:
Selective breeding programs in Thailand and Malaysia developed the SRS by combining red-dominant Flowerhorn strains with heavy pearling lines, ensuring both vibrant color and glittering scale patterns.
Feeding:
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Staple Diet: High-quality Flowerhorn pellets designed for color and growth.
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Supplements: Krill, shrimp, and bloodworms to enhance red pigmentation.
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Color Boost: Spirulina-based and carotenoid-rich foods keep the star-like pearling luminous.
Tank Mates:
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Best kept alone, as SRS Flowerhorns are highly aggressive.
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Tank mates are not recommended unless in partitioned aquariums.
Aggression Level:
Very High. Dominant and territorial, best displayed as a solo show fish.
Experience Level:
Advanced. Requires careful attention to diet, water stability, and strong filtration to maintain peak coloration and kok growth.
Water Parameters:
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Temperature: 78–84°F (25–29°C)
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pH: 7.0–8.0
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Hardness: 8–20 dGH
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Minimum Tank Size: 75–100 gallons per adult.
Unique Features:
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Coloration: Rich, uniform super red base.
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Pearling: Heavy, starry-white pearling, especially across the flanks and kok.
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Kok (Head Growth): Large and pronounced, giving the fish a commanding presence.
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Rarity: Considered a premium Flowerhorn strain due to its combination of solid red hues with heavy pearling, rare in consistent quality.
✨ The Super Red Star Flowerhorn shines as a living jewel, perfect for collectors who seek the best of both worlds: the intense red of Dragon lines and the brilliant pearling of Kamfa lines.