{"product_id":"scarlet-badis-dario-dario","title":"Scarlet Badis - Dario dario","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"27\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScarlet Badis (Dario dario)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"27\"\u003eThe Scarlet Badis, Dario dario, is a tiny but brilliantly coloured freshwater micro-predator from India, prized for the males’ vivid red and blue barring, confident display behaviour and suitability for mature nano aquariums. Also known as the Scarlet Gem Badis, Red Badis or Rainbow Badis, this species is best kept by aquarists who can provide a heavily planted, peaceful setup and very small live or frozen foods. Despite its size, it is not a simple beginner community fish, as males can be territorial and many individuals are reluctant to accept dry foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"686\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"627\"\u003eScarlet Badis, Scarlet Gem Badis, Red Badis, Rainbow Badis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"726\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eDario dario\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"838\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eUsually around 1.5–2 cm, with some aquarium references describing mature males closer to 2 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"864\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eNative to India, especially clear, shallow, slow-moving streams and vegetated marginal habitats in the north-east. Wild habitats may include sandy or fine gravel bottoms, dense aquatic plants and clear water with gentle flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eTemperature: 22–26°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003epH Range: 6.5–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eHardness or Salinity: Soft to moderately hard freshwater; stable, clean water is more important than extreme softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003ePeaceful but territorial with its own kind. Males will defend small territories and may spar or display at rivals, especially in compact aquariums. It is best kept either as a single male, a pair, or a small harem-style group with plenty of plants, mosses and visual barriers. Avoid large, boisterous or fast-feeding tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eSpecialist micro-predator. Offer tiny live and frozen foods such as live baby brineshrimp, microworms, daphnia, cyclops, copepods, grindal worm, small bloodworm and very fine frozen foods. Some individuals may learn to take micro pellets or crushed prepared foods, but this should not be relied on. Their small mouths and shy feeding style mean they must not be outcompeted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eA minimum of 30 litres is recommended for a single male or carefully managed pair, with 45–60 litres or more preferred for small groups. Heavy planting, moss, caves, leaf litter and broken lines of sight are more important than open swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003eA small, deliberate, bottom-to-mid-level fish that spends much of its time hovering among plants, moss and cover. Males colour up strongly when settled and may display with flared fins and intensified red-and-blue striping. Scarlet Badis are not strong swimmers and prefer calm areas rather than strong current. They are egg scatterers that may spawn among plants or fine-leaved cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCommunity Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2757\"\u003eBest suited to species aquariums or very peaceful nano communities with tiny, calm tank mates such as small rasboras, dwarf shrimp with caution, peaceful snails and other non-boisterous fish. Avoid larger community fish, fin-nippers, aggressive dwarf cichlids, fast-feeding danios, large tetras and anything likely to intimidate or outcompete them. Tiny shrimp fry may be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3617\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3175\"\u003eThis is a specialist nano fish rather than a general beginner fish. A mature aquarium with stable water quality, dense planting and established microfauna is strongly recommended. Feeding is the main challenge, as many Scarlet Badis prefer live foods and may ignore flakes. Keep more females than males where possible, although females are less commonly available in trade. Provide a secure lid, gentle filtration and plenty of hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3619\" data-end=\"3659\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3632\" data-end=\"3635\"\u003eIntermediate fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3661\" data-end=\"3753\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3677\"\u003eOccasional in trade \/ Often specialist import or captive-bred where relevant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3755\" data-end=\"4015\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46117432852653,"sku":"AG-103558","price":7.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46117432885421,"sku":"AG-103559","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46117432918189,"sku":"AG-103560","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/ScarletBadis-Dariodario.jpg?v=1781515559","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/scarlet-badis-dario-dario","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}