{"product_id":"scarlet-badis-dario-dario-3cm","title":"Scarlet Badis Dario Dario - 3cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Badis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tiny yet brilliantly colored freshwater fish, famous for the \u003cstrong\u003evivid crimson and orange vertical stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e displayed by males. With its \u003cstrong\u003epeaceful, shy nature\u003c\/strong\u003e and compact size, it is ideal for nano and heavily planted aquariums. Females are more subdued in color, but their presence helps males display their full courtship brilliance. This species is perfect for aquarists who appreciate \u003cstrong\u003emicro fish with big personality\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNative to the \u003cstrong\u003eclear, slow-moving streams and tributaries\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Brahmaputra River basin in \u003cstrong\u003eIndia\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBangladesh\u003c\/strong\u003e, often found in densely vegetated waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrimarily micropredatory—prefers \u003cstrong\u003elive and frozen foods\u003c\/strong\u003e such as daphnia, cyclops, baby brine shrimp, and microworms. Some individuals will accept high-quality micro pellets or flakes, but most thrive on a diet rich in small live or frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest kept in \u003cstrong\u003especies-only nano aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e or with other tiny, peaceful fish such as chili rasboras, ember tetras, and pygmy Corydoras. Avoid keeping with fin-nippers or larger, boisterous fish. Males can be territorial, so keep \u003cstrong\u003eone male with multiple females\u003c\/strong\u003e in small tanks, or maintain a group in a well-planted larger setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong\u003e72–79°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: \u003cstrong\u003e6.5–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft to moderately hard water\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Tank Size: \u003cstrong\u003e10 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong\u003eheavily planted aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e with gentle filtration and low flow\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Personality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful, shy, and best observed in a calm environment\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMales flare fins and display intense colors during courtship or mild territorial disputes\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoys exploring plants and mosses for tiny live prey\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort lifespan of around 3–4 years\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest colors achieved in \u003cstrong\u003edim lighting with dark substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpawns in caves or dense vegetation—parents do not guard fry\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to small mouth size, feed appropriately sized foods\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Badis\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eDario dario\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003etrue jewel of the nano aquarium world\u003c\/strong\u003e—small in size but huge in beauty and charm, perfect for aquarists who enjoy peaceful, planted tank setups.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56864410501495,"sku":"FSH-01280","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/0386\/8610\/files\/Scarlet-Badis-Dario-Dario.png?v=1773331295","url":"https:\/\/realaquatics.co.uk\/products\/scarlet-badis-dario-dario-3cm","provider":"Real Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}