{"product_id":"five-star-channa","title":"Five Star Channa","description":"\u003cp\u003eFive Star Channa , scientifically known as Channa micropeltes, is a captivating and powerful fish species that garners attention from aquarium enthusiasts. Here are some key points to know about the Five Star Channa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive Star Channa is named for its vibrant red coloration, which covers its body and gives it a distinct and eye-catching appearance. With its streamlined shape and powerful presence, it is a visually stunning addition to any aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/em\u003e Minimum of 75 gallons for a single fish, larger if housing multiple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/em\u003e: Temperature: 24-28°C (75-82°F) pH: 6.0-7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHardness:\u003c\/em\u003e Soft to moderately hard water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/em\u003e Use a strong filter for clean water but ensure a gentle current as they prefer calm waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/em\u003e Fine sand or gravel to mimic their natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecorations:\u003c\/em\u003e Include driftwood, rocks, and plenty of hiding spots. Floating plants can help diffuse light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLighting:\u003c\/em\u003e Moderate lighting as they prefer shaded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBichirs (Polypterus spp.): Slow-moving, bottom-dwelling fish with a prehistoric appearance. They tend to keep to themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge Loaches (e.g., Clown Loach): Active bottom dwellers that can tolerate occasional territorial displays. Groups of 5 or more help reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlecos (Larger Varieties): Peaceful algae-eaters that stick to tank surfaces. Avoid small plecos, as they might become snacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRope Fish (Erpetoichthys calabaricus): Another bottom-dweller that is peaceful and often stays out of the Channa's way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeverum Cichlids: Hardy and semi-aggressive cichlids that can hold their ground without provoking the Channa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiant Danios: Fast-swimming fish that occupy the upper water column, reducing direct competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRainbowfish (Large Varieties): Peaceful, colorful fish that tend to stay active in mid-to-upper water levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTetras, Guppies, or Dwarf Gouramis, Flowerhorn cichlids, large Oscars, or Red Devils, Tiger barbs or Serpae tetras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to feed this species?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive foods: Earthworms, feeder fish, shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrozen foods: Bloodworms, prawns, krill\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePellets: High-quality carnivorous fish pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e: Feed adults every other day; juveniles daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerform regular water changes (20-30% weekly) to maintain water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor for common diseases like ich or bacterial infections, and address them promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"accordion_title\"\u003eDisclaimer for Live Aquarium Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-655139500\" class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n\t\t\u003ca id=\"accordion-655139500-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain active\" href=\"#accordion-item-live_aquarium_species_\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-655139500-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cbutton class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"icon-angle-down\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cspan\u003eLive Aquarium Species \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-655139500-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" style=\"display: block;\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-655139500-label\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe website's content serves as general information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe take excellent care to make sure your Live Fish and Invertebrates arrive safely and in good health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBeing a natural product, appearance can vary slightly from photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlease double-check that the  Fish or the  Invertebrate you order is exactly what you want before submitting your order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe often ship within 48 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLive Fish and Invertebrates that you decide you don't want cannot be returned or refunded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOnce the fish reaches your waters it shall be at your sole risk, we are not responsible if you lose any marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, or live plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"accordion_title\"\u003eDisclaimer for Individual fish prices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-2750443689\" class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n\t\t\u003ca id=\"accordion-2750443689-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain active\" href=\"#accordion-item-price_for_individual_fish_\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2750443689-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cbutton class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"icon-angle-down\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cspan\u003ePrice For Individual fish \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-2750443689-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" style=\"display: block;\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2750443689-label\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur listed prices are for individual fish unless otherwise specified. 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