{"product_id":"red-chromide-cichlid-1-live-freshwater-brackish-aquarium-fish-rare-cichlid","title":"3-Pack Red Chromide Cichlid 1\" Live Freshwater Brackish Rare Aquarium Fish","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRed Chromide Cichlid (Etroplus maculatus)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an attractive and uncommon Asian cichlid known for its orange-red coloration, distinctive dark markings, and active personality. The fish offered in this listing are approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1 inch\u003c\/strong\u003e in size.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Chromides naturally occur in \u003cstrong\u003efreshwater and brackish environments\u003c\/strong\u003e and thrive in stable, clean water with good filtration and oxygenation. Rocks, plants, hiding areas, and open swimming space provide an excellent environment as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are omnivorous and readily accept quality pellets, flakes, brine shrimp, bloodworms, frozen foods, and other appropriately sized foods. A varied, nutritious diet helps promote healthy growth and stronger coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish can be social when young, although they may become more territorial as they mature or begin forming pairs. Providing adequate space and appropriately sized tankmates helps minimize aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally packed with oxygen and insulation for transportation. Photos are representative; coloration, markings, and patterns may naturally vary between individual fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive \u003cstrong\u003e3 healthy Red Chromide Cichlids approximately 1 inch each\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🚚\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Policy – Lightning Aquatics World\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. 📦\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach fish is carefully hand-selected and packed in oxygenated, treated water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurely sealed bags are placed inside insulated thermal boxes to maintain stable conditions during transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. 🚛\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Shipping (2-Day)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Available\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonday–Wednesday\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpress Shipping (Next Day)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Available\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonday–Thursday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor an extra fee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe recommend Express for extreme weather or sensitive species.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. 🗓️\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Schedule\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders placed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonday to Wednesday\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ship same week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders placed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eafter Thursday\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ship the following\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonday\u003c\/strong\u003e, to avoid weekend delays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4. 📬\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease ensure someone is available to receive the package at the time of delivery. 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