{"product_id":"red-paradise-fish-macropodus-opercularis","title":"Red Paradise Fish (Macropodus opercularis)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Paradise Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMacropodus opercularis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a spectacular colour variety of one of the oldest and most iconic aquarium fish in the hobby. With its brilliant red body, flowing fins, and confident personality, this striking labyrinth fish makes a stunning centrepiece for both tropical and subtropical aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParadise Fish are well known for their intelligence and inquisitive nature. They quickly learn to recognise their keeper and are often seen waiting at the front of the aquarium during feeding time. Equipped with a labyrinth organ, they can breathe atmospheric air, allowing them to thrive in environments with lower oxygen levels than many other fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough hardy and easy to care for, Red Paradise Fish can be territorial, particularly mature males. They are best kept with similarly sized, active tank mates and should not be housed with slow-moving, long-finned species that may become targets for aggression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Paradise Fish thrive in well-planted aquariums with driftwood, rocks, and plenty of hiding places. Floating plants help provide shade and encourage natural behaviour, while open swimming areas allow them to display their graceful finnage. Gentle water movement is preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA secure lid is recommended, as Paradise Fish are capable jumpers and regularly visit the surface to breathe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Paradise Fish are omnivores and enjoy a varied diet. Feed a quality floating pellet or flake as their staple food, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae, and blackworms. A varied diet will promote vibrant colouration, strong health, and natural behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Like This Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrilliant red colouration with flowing fins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull of personality and highly interactive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy and beginner-friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent centrepiece for planted aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for both tropical and subtropical aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Tank Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18–28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5–20 dGH\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore – accepts quality flakes, pellets, frozen, and live foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-aggressive.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSocial Behaviour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Best kept singly, as a compatible pair, or with robust community fish. Avoid keeping multiple males together unless the aquarium is large and heavily aquascaped.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tank-bred colour variety of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMacropodus opercularis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Native to China, Taiwan, and northern Vietnam.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 8–10 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Upper to middle.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable with larger danios, White Cloud Mountain Minnows, rainbowfish, loaches, Corydoras, and other active community fish. Avoid slow-moving, long-finned fish such as male Bettas, fancy Guppies, and Angelfish, as well as very timid species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: Sample photos are for reference only. Colour, pattern, and finnage may vary slightly as each fish is unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Top Fin Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43766968811594,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/4436\/3338\/files\/redparadisefish.jpg?v=1782987013","url":"https:\/\/www.topfinaquatics.co.nz\/products\/red-paradise-fish-macropodus-opercularis","provider":"Top Fin Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}