{"id":4845,"date":"2026-02-17T05:19:23","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:19:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/flowerhorn-cichlid-super-red-dragon-8cm-sub-adult-male\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T05:19:23","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:19:23","slug":"flowerhorn-cichlid-super-red-dragon-8cm-sub-adult-male","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=flowerhorn-cichlid-super-red-dragon-8cm-sub-adult-male","title":{"rendered":"Flowerhorn Cichlid Super Red Dragon 8cm Sub Adult Male"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"143\">Flowerhorn Cichlid \u2013 Super Red Dragon (SRD)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"508\"><strong data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"158\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"161\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"191\">Super Red Dragon (SRD)<\/strong> is one of the most iconic and popular Flowerhorn strains worldwide. It is famous for its <strong data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"312\">intense deep red coloration<\/strong>, prominent <strong data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"345\">kok (nuchal hump)<\/strong>, and heavy pearling. Many enthusiasts consider it the <strong data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"420\">benchmark strain<\/strong> when discussing Flowerhorns because of its <strong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"505\">bold look, hardiness, and personality<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"712\"><strong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"521\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"524\" \/>Selective breeding in <strong data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"571\">Thailand and Malaysia<\/strong> during the early 2000s, where the red gene lines from <strong data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"659\">Luohan and Red Devil cichlids<\/strong> were enhanced to produce the fiery crimson colors.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"717\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"733\"><strong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"731\">Feeding:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"1018\">\n<li data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"825\">\n<p data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"825\"><strong data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"752\">Staple Diet:<\/strong> High-quality Flowerhorn pellets (growth and color-enhancing formulas).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"926\">\n<p data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"926\"><strong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"841\">Boosters:<\/strong> Freeze-dried krill, shrimp, and bloodworms for <strong data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"903\">kok growth<\/strong> and color intensity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"1018\">\n<p data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1018\"><strong data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"945\">Supplements:<\/strong> Spirulina or carotenoid-rich foods to maintain the <strong data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1015\">bright red hue<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1023\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1042\"><strong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1040\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1221\">\n<li data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1093\">\n<p data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1093\">Best kept <strong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1064\">alone<\/strong> due to extreme aggression.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1221\">\n<p data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1221\">If tank mates are attempted, only very large tanks with equally aggressive species (not recommended for long-term success).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1226\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1350\"><strong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1249\">Aggression Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1252\" \/><strong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1266\">Very High.<\/strong> Territorial and dominant; known for \u201cglass surfing\u201d and interacting with keepers.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1355\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1496\"><strong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1378\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\" \/><strong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1410\">Intermediate to Advanced.<\/strong> Recommended for aquarists with prior cichlid or aggressive fish-keeping experience.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1501\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1526\"><strong data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1524\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1679\">\n<li data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1565\">\n<p data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1565\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1563\">78\u201384\u00b0F (25\u201329\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1585\">\n<p data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1585\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1583\">7.2\u20138.0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1612\">\n<p data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1612\">Hardness: <strong data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1610\">8\u201320 dGH<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1679\">\n<p data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1679\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1653\">75\u2013100 gallons+<\/strong> for a single adult SRD.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1684\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1708\"><strong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1706\">Unique Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"2209\">\n<li data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1833\">\n<p data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1833\"><strong data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1726\">Coloration:<\/strong> Deep <strong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1750\">solid red body<\/strong> with occasional orange undertones; minimal fading compared to Golden Base lines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1945\">\n<p data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1945\"><strong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1849\">Pearling:<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1882\">Heavy white or blue pearling<\/strong> that runs across the body, enhancing the dragon-like effect.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2031\">\n<p data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2031\"><strong data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"1963\">Head (Kok):<\/strong> Large, rounded hump (often Malau style), which is a prized trait.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2104\">\n<p data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2104\"><strong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2049\">Body Shape:<\/strong> Muscular frame with flowing fins and strong jawline.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2209\">\n<p data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2209\"><strong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2118\">Rarity:<\/strong> One of the most <strong data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2178\">widespread and recognizable Flowerhorns<\/strong>, often used in competitions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2214\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2435\">\u2728 The <strong data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2253\">Super Red Dragon Flowerhorn<\/strong> is celebrated as a <strong data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2289\">true classic<\/strong> in the Flowerhorn world. Its balance of <strong data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2361\">color, kok, and personality<\/strong> makes it a favorite among both casual hobbyists and serious collectors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Flowerhorn Cichlid \u2013 Super Red Dragon (SRD) Overview:The Super Red Dragon (SRD) is one of the most iconic and popular Flowerhorn strains worldwide. It is famous for its intense deep red coloration, prominent kok (nuchal hump), and heavy pearling. 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