{"product_id":"golden-red-crystal-texas-cichlid","title":"Golden Red Crystal Texas Cichlid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden Red Crystal Texas Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Golden Red Crystal Texas Cichlid is a striking hybrid cichlid that combines the bold look and personality of a Texas cichlid with the bright coloration and unique body shape often seen in parrot-type hybrids. While selectively bred, this fish still shows strong Texas cichlid traits, especially in its pearling, facial structure, finnage, and confident behavior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany specimens develop intense red, orange, and gold coloration across the body, along with heavy metallic spotting and shimmering scales that stand out under aquarium lighting. Some individuals become almost fully red as they mature, while others keep a mix of gold and pearled patterning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its hybrid background, the Golden Red Crystal Texas typically retains the hardy nature and interactive personality that Texas cichlids are known for. They are active, intelligent fish that quickly recognize their owners and often become the centerpiece of large aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–12 inches in captivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum: 75 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended: 125+ gallons for adult specimens or community setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-aggressive to aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest kept with other larger, sturdy fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivorous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes well on quality pellets, frozen shrimp, krill, worms, and other protein-rich foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 76–82°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH: 7.0–8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate to strong filtration recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide open swimming space with rocks, driftwood, and sturdy decor. Like many Texas-type cichlids, they may dig and rearrange substrate as they settle into their territory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"7 - 8 inches","offer_id":46155516543172,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 - 8 inches (super red)","offer_id":46156012060868,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/5286\/6500\/files\/17234B58-0102-4503-935C-BA1298AEC3F3.png?v=1779053154","url":"https:\/\/www.predatoryfins.com\/products\/golden-red-crystal-texas-cichlid","provider":"Predatory Fins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}