FACTS ABOUT FLOWERHORNS
Flowerhorn cichlids are man-made ornamental aquarium fish hybrids. This hybrid were first developed in Malaysia and Taiwan. Fish hobbyist worldwide kept this due to its beauttiful vivid colors and design, nuchal hump or "kok", and some say its a "fortune" fish.
The crossbreeding of this hybrid is still unknown and debated. But according to some literature, the first hybrid is a cross between a red devil cichlid (Amphilophus labiatus) and a trimac cichlid (Amphilophus trimaculatus). And, later crossed with blood or king kong parrot cichlid, which is also a hybrid.
HOW TO CARE FOR FLOWERHORN
Flowerhorn cichlids are "hardy" and can live up to 10 - 12 years! It is quite easy to take care of and do not require a lot of spoiling. All you have to do is set-up an aquarium for cichlids about 40 - 50 gallons. Maintain a water temperature range of 27oC to 32oC (many used heaters to maintain a temperature level to help hasten the "kok" grow)with pH level of 7.0 to 8.0. I do not recommend an aquarium decorated with live plants except when your aquarium is "huge".
Water changes should be done twice a week, maximum, for about 20%. Since they love to eat, select a type of cichlid food that does not easily pollute the water. Feeding live food easily pollute. Frequent water changes helps reduce the risk of contracting deseases due to poor water aquarium quality. You may add salt without iodine for about 1 teaspoon per 10 gallons.
Feeding 2 to 3 times a day is optimal.
Monday, February 13, 2012
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