Description
Paradise Fish
Red and Blue Paradise Fish are community freshwater fish that are great for hobbyists of all levels. They do need a large aquarium as they are classed as semi-aggressive so they smaller fish will need hiding places like under vegetation. Can also be housed in temerate aquariums.
Please be aware that the image is for illustration purposes only. We are unable to guarantee the size, colour, sex or age of the fishes you are purchasing. If you have any questions regarding livestock please contact us. To minimise stress we are unable to hand pick specific fish. Lifespan is an estimate based on optimum conditions.
Features
- Approx. size: 3-4cm
- Maximum size: 8cm
- Origin: Sri Lanka
- Ideal number kept together: 3+
Water conditions
pH: 6–8
Hardness: 90-357 ppm
Temperature: 18–24 °C
Ease of care
Easy. No special aquarium requirements as they are a hardy fish being part of the Gourami family.
Diet
Live and frozen foods are best for the Paradise Fish however they can have Tropical flake or pellets.
Compatibility
Community of similar size. They prefer to in cooler aquariums so tank mates that can tolerate the lower temperate.
Breeding/ Sex
Intermediate. They are egg layers that create bubble nests so will need protection. Using plants with large leaves is the best way. The males are larger and more colourful than the females.
Life Span
They can live to anything from 4-6 years in perfect conditions.To view the Compatibility Advisory Chart please select the Additional Tab above.
In stock orders placed before 2pm will be despatched on the same working day (not including palletised items, pond plants or fibreglass ponds).
Pre-orders are shipped once we have the stock available and will be shipped using the service chosen at checkout.
All services are working day services and do not include delivery on Saturdays and Sundays or public holidays as standard. Deliveries are usually Monday to Friday only, although some Royal Mail items may be delivered on weekends as standard if the service is available in your area.
SERVICE | SPEND | COST |
Packet/Courier items | ||
Royal Mail (2-3 days) | £0.00-£49.99 | £2.99 |
Royal Mail Next Day (1-2 days) | £0.00-£49.99 | £4.99 |
Parcelforce 24 (1 day) | £0.00-£49.99 | £7.99 |
Parcelforce 24 (1 day) | £50 and up | FREE |
Pallets (booked in) | aquariums / bulky items | |
Pallets Standard (3-5 days) |
- | FREE |
Pallets Express (1-2 days) |
- | £39.99 |
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*EXCLUDED ITEMS | extra delivery fees apply: | |
Fibreglass Ponds (booked in) | ||
Zone 1 (7-10 days) |
- | £79.99 |
Zone 2 (7-14 days) | - | £149.99 |
Zone 3 (7-21 days) | - | £249.99 |
Pond Plants (direct from grower) |
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All pond plants (3-10 days) | one-off fee regardless of order size/value | £5.99 |
Please see our full delivery information page and terms and conditions for detailed information on shipping policies and zones