{"id":4799,"date":"2026-02-17T05:01:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/flowerhorn-cichlid-pearl-of-the-orient-8cm-sub-adult-male\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T05:01:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:01:10","slug":"flowerhorn-cichlid-pearl-of-the-orient-8cm-sub-adult-male","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=flowerhorn-cichlid-pearl-of-the-orient-8cm-sub-adult-male","title":{"rendered":"Flowerhorn Cichlid Pearl Of The Orient 8cm Sub Adult Male"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"149\">Flowerhorn Cichlid \u2013 Pearl of the Orient<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"505\"><strong data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"164\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"167\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"205\">Pearl of the Orient Flowerhorn<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"240\">rare and exquisite strain<\/strong> admired for its <strong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"340\">intense pearling, striking metallic sheen, and deep red to pink base coloration<\/strong>. Its name reflects its origin as a <strong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"430\">treasured showcase fish in Asian breeding programs<\/strong>, where it is valued for both its <strong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"502\">beauty and symbolism of prosperity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"684\"><strong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"518\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"521\" \/>Selective breeding in <strong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"568\">Malaysia and Thailand<\/strong>, developed from <strong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"616\">Kamfa and Zhen Zhu lineages<\/strong>, specifically for <strong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"681\">heavy pearling and balanced body structure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"700\"><strong data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"698\">Feeding:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"978\">\n<li data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"808\">\n<p data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"808\"><strong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"714\">Staple:<\/strong> High-quality Flowerhorn pellets to support <strong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"805\">kok growth, color enhancement, and vitality<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"890\">\n<p data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"890\"><strong data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"827\">Supplements:<\/strong> Frozen krill, bloodworms, shrimp, and spirulina-based foods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"978\">\n<p data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"978\"><strong data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"905\">Routine:<\/strong> Small meals <strong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"937\">2\u20133 times daily<\/strong> to maintain optimal growth and health.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"997\"><strong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"995\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1154\">\n<li data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1076\">\n<p data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1076\">Best kept <strong data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1019\">alone<\/strong> due to its <strong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1073\">territorial and aggressive temperament<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1154\">\n<p data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1154\">If housed with others, use only in <strong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1151\">very large, partitioned aquariums<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1274\"><strong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1171\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1174\" \/><strong data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1197\">Highly territorial.<\/strong> Displays bold behavior, making it best as a <strong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1271\">solitary centerpiece fish<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1400\"><strong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1297\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1300\" \/><strong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1329\">Intermediate to Advanced.<\/strong> Ideal for aquarists with prior <strong data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1397\">Flowerhorn or cichlid experience<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1425\"><strong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1423\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1568\">\n<li data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1464\">\n<p data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1464\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1462\">78\u201384\u00b0F (25\u201329\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1484\">\n<p data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1484\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1482\">7.4\u20138.0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1511\">\n<p data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1511\">Hardness: <strong data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1509\">8\u201320 dGH<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1568\">\n<p data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1568\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1566\">75+ gallons (single specimen)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1592\"><strong data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1590\">Unique Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1983\">\n<li data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1686\">\n<p data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1686\"><strong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1608\">Pearling:<\/strong> Extremely heavy and intricate pearling patterns, covering most of the body.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1785\">\n<p data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1785\"><strong data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1704\">Coloration:<\/strong> Fiery reds and pinks contrasted with shimmering white and metallic highlights.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1873\">\n<p data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1873\"><strong data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1808\">Kok Development:<\/strong> Prominent nuchal hump (kok), adding to its impressive display.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1983\">\n<p 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