{"product_id":"flowerhorn-cichlid","title":"Flowerhorn Cichlid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"393\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFlowerhorn Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most recognisable and sought-after ornamental freshwater fish in the aquarium hobby. Developed through selective breeding from several Central American cichlid species, Flowerhorns are prized for their vibrant colours, large forehead hump (known as a \u003cem data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"354\"\u003ekok\u003c\/em\u003e), and bold, interactive personalities.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1iq1pz4\" data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"410\"\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"194h733\" data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"470\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"433\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hybrid (no official scientific name)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a9rmjq\" data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowerhorn Cichlid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"et6k75\" data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"573\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed by breeders in Malaysia during the 1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s851lb\" data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"591\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–40 cm (10–16 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p5s9cx\" data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"663\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15 years with excellent care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vcy703\" data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"716\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly territorial and aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xey6z9\" data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1hnfsvs\" data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eFlowerhorn Cichlids display a huge range of colours including brilliant reds, oranges, blues, silvers and metallic pearls. Many have striking black \"flower\" markings running along their sides. Their most famous feature is the pronounced forehead hump, which is larger in mature males and can continue growing throughout their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yg8tgt\" data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gl9gbm\" data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 litres (80 gallons) for a single adult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"geqz6h\" data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26–30°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hcysdy\" data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1trzo46\" data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wqlzrt\" data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powerful filtration with regular water changes is essential due to their heavy waste production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynen8a\" data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eFlowerhorns are enthusiastic feeders and thrive on a varied, protein-rich diet.\u003cbr\u003eSuitable foods include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13y4y6p\" data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eHigh-quality cichlid pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gopp24\" data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eFrozen bloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16s0xx4\" data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eKrill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"68j7bp\" data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eShrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"whdexm\" data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eEarthworms (occasionally)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gkzfo3\" data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eInsects and other meaty treats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eAvoid overfeeding, as they are prone to obesity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ngdk0v\" data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eBehaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eFlowerhorns are extremely intelligent and often recognise their owners. Many will:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"st9idb\" data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eFollow people around the room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sf2841\" data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eBeg for food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qdln1u\" data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003eAllow gentle interaction through the glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iz21h0\" data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003eRearrange decorations by digging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eHowever, they are also among the most aggressive freshwater fish and generally should be kept alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"basrq0\" data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003eMost aquarists keep Flowerhorns by themselves.\u003cbr\u003eOccasionally, experienced keepers may house them with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g5hm2z\" data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003eVery large plecos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10eaoyj\" data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003eOther robust Central American cichlids (only in exceptionally large aquariums)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003eEven then, aggression can become severe without warning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"178xfbm\" data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2580\"\u003eBreeding Flowerhorns can be difficult because they are hybrids. While many are fertile, offspring often vary greatly in colour, markings and hump size. Pairs may also become aggressive towards one another, so breeding should only be attempted by experienced keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"b9v2ew\" data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2595\"\u003eFun Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198ab7r\" data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003eTheir forehead hump (\u003cem data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003ekok\u003c\/em\u003e) is considered a sign of luck and prosperity in many Asian cultures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bs3cbd\" data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2763\"\u003eEvery Flowerhorn develops unique markings—no two are exactly alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i8x8ns\" data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003eSome enthusiasts believe markings resembling Chinese characters bring good fortune.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1trbcu8\" data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003ePremium-quality Flowerhorns with exceptional colouration and large humps can be worth hundreds or even thousands of pounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"3280\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFlowerhorn Cichlids make spectacular centrepiece fish for large aquariums. 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