{"product_id":"rainbow-shiner-hydrophlox-chrosomus-4cm","title":"Rainbow Shiner Hydrophlox Chrosomus 4cm","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Shiner (\u003cem\u003eHydrophlox chrosomus)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rainbow Shiner is one of the most colourful freshwater minnows available, famous for its stunning iridescent blues, purples, and pinks—especially vibrant during breeding. Active, peaceful, and full of motion, it makes a spectacular addition to temperate community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the southeastern United States, typically found in clear, cool, fast-flowing streams and creeks with rocky or gravel bottoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eOmnivorous and easy to feed. Accepts flakes, small pellets, frozen foods (brine shrimp, daphnia), and live foods. Supplementing with high-quality colour-enhancing foods helps maintain peak coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful schooling fish. Best kept with other non-aggressive temperate species such as other shiners, danios, white cloud minnows, or small barbs. Avoid large or predatory fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery low aggression. Displays only mild chasing within its school. Keep in groups of 6+ for natural behaviour and colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for beginners and intermediate keepers. Hardy and adaptable, though prefers well-oxygenated, clean water with steady flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55°F – 72°F (13°C – 22°C)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 – 8.0\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 – 20 dGH\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant, lively, and surprisingly hardy, the Rainbow Shiner is an eye-catching centrepiece for temperate freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56864504381815,"sku":"FSH-02857","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/0386\/8610\/files\/Rainbow-Shiner-Hydrophlox-Chrosomus.png?v=1773333373","url":"https:\/\/realaquatics.co.uk\/products\/rainbow-shiner-hydrophlox-chrosomus-4cm","provider":"Real Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}