{"id":4807,"date":"2026-02-17T05:01:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:01:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/flowerhorn-cichlid-platinum-super-red-8cm-sub-adult-male\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T05:01:17","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:01:17","slug":"flowerhorn-cichlid-platinum-super-red-8cm-sub-adult-male","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=flowerhorn-cichlid-platinum-super-red-8cm-sub-adult-male","title":{"rendered":"Flowerhorn Cichlid Platinum Super Red 8cm Sub Adult Male"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"146\">Flowerhorn Cichlid \u2013 Platinum Super Red<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"493\"><strong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"161\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"164\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"201\">Platinum Super Red Flowerhorn<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"240\">high-end, show-quality strain<\/strong> prized for its <strong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"291\">intense, vibrant red coloration<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"324\">prominent nuchal hump (kok)<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"364\">dense pearling across the body<\/strong>. Known for its <strong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"400\">bold personality<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"428\">striking appearance<\/strong>, this strain is a <strong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"474\">captivating centerpiece<\/strong> in any aquarium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"699\"><strong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"506\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"509\" \/>Developed through selective breeding of <strong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"579\">Super Red and Luohan lines<\/strong> in <strong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"618\">Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam<\/strong>, focusing on <strong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"696\">vivid red pigmentation, pearling quality, and kok prominence<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"715\"><strong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"713\">Feeding:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"1000\">\n<li data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"798\">\n<p data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"798\"><strong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"729\">Staple:<\/strong> Premium Flowerhorn pellets for <strong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"795\">growth, coloration, and health<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"916\">\n<p data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"916\"><strong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"817\">Supplements:<\/strong> Shrimp, krill, bloodworms, and spirulina-based foods to maintain <strong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"913\">rich red hues and pearling<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1000\">\n<p data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"1000\"><strong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"931\">Routine:<\/strong> Feed <strong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"956\">2\u20133 times daily<\/strong> in small portions to prevent overfeeding.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1019\"><strong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1017\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1156\">\n<li data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1072\">\n<p data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1072\">Best kept <strong data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1041\">alone<\/strong> due to territorial behavior.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1156\">\n<p data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1156\">Can cohabit with <strong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1128\">other large, aggressive cichlids<\/strong> in <strong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1153\">partitioned tanks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1250\"><strong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1173\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1176\" \/><strong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1212\">Highly territorial and dominant.<\/strong> Thrives as a <strong data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1247\">solo display fish<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1382\"><strong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1273\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1276\" \/><strong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1305\">Intermediate to Advanced.<\/strong> Recommended for aquarists familiar with <strong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1379\">large cichlids or Flowerhorns<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1407\"><strong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1405\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1549\">\n<li data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1446\">\n<p data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1446\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1444\">78\u201384\u00b0F (25\u201329\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1466\">\n<p data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1466\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1464\">7.4\u20138.0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1493\">\n<p data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1493\">Hardness: <strong data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1491\">8\u201320 dGH<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1549\">\n<p data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1549\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1547\">75 gallons (single specimen)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1573\"><strong data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1571\">Unique Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1987\">\n<li data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1642\">\n<p data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1642\"><strong data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1591\">Coloration:<\/strong> Intense, vibrant red body with uniform coverage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1720\">\n<p data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1720\"><strong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1658\">Pearling:<\/strong> Full-body pearling adds a <strong data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1717\">shimmering, star-like effect<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1813\">\n<p data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1813\"><strong data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1743\">Kok Development:<\/strong> Prominent nuchal hump typical of <strong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1810\">premium Super Red Flowerhorns<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1883\">\n<p data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1883\"><strong data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1830\">Body Form:<\/strong> Muscular, symmetrical, and well-proportioned fins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1987\">\n<p data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1987\"><strong data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1905\">Collectability:<\/strong> Highly sought after for <strong data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1984\">color intensity, pearling, and show-quality traits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2208\">The <strong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2026\">Platinum Super Red Flowerhorn<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2056\">premium display fish<\/strong>, combining <strong data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2142\">vibrant red coloration, luxurious pearling, and majestic kok structure<\/strong>, perfect for <strong 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