{"product_id":"macropodus-opercularis-red-velvet","title":"Red Velvet Paradise Fish (Macropodus Opercularis) - Hardy Labyrinth Fish with Bold Character","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Red Velvet Paradise Fish (\u003cem\u003eMacropodus opercularis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003ehardy labyrinth fish with stunning red colouration and bold personality\u003c\/strong\u003e. One of the first tropical fish species ever kept in aquariums, it tolerates cool water and adapts to a wide range of conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eMacropodus opercularis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOsphronemidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEast Asia (China, Vietnam, Korea)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 – 26 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0 – 8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 – 20 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsects, larvae, flakes, pellets, frozen foods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 8 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Natural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMacropodus opercularis\u003c\/em\u003e is native to East Asia, found in rice paddies, ditches, and slow-moving waterways across China, Vietnam, and Korea. As a labyrinth fish, it can breathe atmospheric air, surviving in oxygen-poor water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide at least 75 litres. Tolerates cool water from 16 to 26 °C — no heater required in most UK homes. pH 6.0 to 8.0, hardness 5 to 20 dGH. Planted tank with surface cover. Males are territorial; keep singly or one male with females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmnivorous and unfussy; accepts flakes, pellets, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp, and live insects. Eagerly hunts small invertebrates. Varied diet maintains vibrant red colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep with robust species only. Good companions include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pearl-gourami\"\u003ePearl Gourami\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/paradise-fish\"\u003eParadise Fish\u003c\/a\u003e, large tetras, barbs, and Corydoras. Avoid bettas, other gouramis, and slow long-finned fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tropical Fish Co?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Red Velvet Paradise Fish are selected for vibrant red colouration. Live arrival guaranteed with UK delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Fish Co","offers":[{"title":"3 -4 cm","offer_id":57445995938127,"sku":"KF95","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 - 5 cm","offer_id":57451360780623,"sku":"KF96","price":14.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 -8 cm","offer_id":57451360813391,"sku":"KF97","price":18.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1408\/6735\/files\/macropodus-opercularis-red-velvet-natural-aquarium-kf95.webp?v=1777850562","url":"https:\/\/tropical-fish-co.myshopify.com\/products\/macropodus-opercularis-red-velvet","provider":"Tropical Fish Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}