The Scarlet Gem is a tropical fish of the genus Dario of the family Badiidae, which is native to India and Southeast Asia, and has a beautiful scarlet body color that includes red and yellow tones. In this article, we would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Scarlet Gem and how to keep it.
What is a Scarlet Gem?
The Scarlet Gem is a tropical fish in the family Dalioidea of the order Perciformes, family Badiidae. The Scarlet Gem originates from India and Southeast Asia (Thailand and Malaysia). The main body color of the Scarlet Gem is scarlet with red and yellow tones.Some Scarlet Gems are also very popular because of their shiny light blue and scarlet body colors. Scarlet gems are sometimes also known as swimming gems or crimson gems because of their distinctive body coloration. The scarlet gem became widely known as the "swimming gem" around 1999.
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How to keep Scarlet Gem
Scarlet Gems can be an easy breed to keep. The lifespan of the Scarlet Gem is approximately 1-2 years. Its body size is about 3 to 4 cm. However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. The Scarlet Gem prefers slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH range of 5.5 to 7.0. Scarlet Gems are classified as a tropical fish, so they require a heater in winter if kept in Japan.
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Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers
Regarding mixed swimming, first of all, the Scarlet Gem has a mild temperament. Therefore, if the breed you put them with is territorial or aggressive, the guppies may be beaten up, and they may get injured or become sick due to stress.Recommended species for mixing with the Scarlet Gem are small fish such as neon tetras and other carassine types and red fins. If you put Scarlet Gem in with a species that is very territorial, such as betta or lamiregii, there is a high possibility that Scarlet Gem will be chased and injured. Therefore, if you want to mix Scarlet Gems with territorial species, please take measures such as adding water plants to create a hiding place for them.
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Points about spawning
Many people who keep Scarlet Gems want to breed them. Scarlet Gems can be a natural breeding species when they contain a well-matured male and female. To distinguish between male and female Scarlet Gems, males have more flamboyant patterns. Females, on the contrary, are so plain that at first glance you may wonder if they are Scarlet Gems.It is also not uncommon for Scarlet Gems to have difficulty finding females, as males are by far the most abundant in circulation. Therefore, if you are considering breeding, the first step is to secure a female. Once the male and female have been secured to some extent, make sure to create a spawning area by adding more water plants. After that, even after the fry hatch and are born, you need to pay attention to them. The food for the Scarlet Gem fry should be "infusoria," which is even smaller than brine shrimp. Also, remember to take precautions such as keeping the adults and fry in separate tanks.
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What to keep in mind when keeping a scarlet gem
The Scarlet Gem is recommended for its ease of mixed swimming and other features. It also has a beautiful body color, so much so that it is called a swimming jewel. The Scarlet Gem is not widely distributed due to the fact that it has not been known for a long time and water quality must be stabilized.In addition, most of the scarlet gems in circulation are males. This is due to the fact that males have more beautiful body color and are more adaptable to their environment. However, there are very few situations where a female is absolutely necessary, except for those who are thinking of breeding. I am not too worried about that point. If you are interested in Scarlet Gems, we recommend that you take a look at them at a specialty store.
