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A. Australe Orange (Longfin)
Specialty freshwater livestock

A. Australe Orange (Longfin)

$15.00

Currently out of stock

 

🐠 Aphyosemion Australe Orange (Longfin) — Shed‑Bred Boutique Line

 

Born at the Shed. Raised at the Shed. Conditioned for your tank.

 

These aren’t random imports or quick flips — these Australe Orange Longfins are Shed‑bred, raised right here under our own water, our own food rotation, and our own standards. That means clean genetics, stable behavior, and color that comes in smooth and honest.

 

The orange glow, the red spotting, the signature lyretail, and the longfin sweep — all of it develops naturally because these fish grow slow, steady, and stress‑free in Florida water.

Every fish is part of our boutique nano line: small fish, big personality, elite quality.

 

Why Shed‑Bred Australe Orange Hit Different

  • True Shed lineage — born and raised here

  • Bright, warm orange body with red spotting

  • Longfin lyretail for extra flow and elegance

  • Calm, gliding movement perfect for planted tanks

  • Strong genetics and stable temperament

  • Nano fish with real display value

 

photo credit Uncle Joe's Fish Shed

Strains

Species Care

Aquarium Setup

  • Tank Size: 10+ gallons for a pair or trio
  • Substrate: Dark preferred to enhance color
  • Plants: Floating plants, Java moss, spawning mops
  • Cover: Tight-fitting lid—excellent jumpers
  • Lighting: Subdued; mimic shaded conditions
  • Filtration: Gentle flow, peat filtration ideal

 Water Parameters

Parameter

Ideal Range

Temperature

72–78°F (22–26°C)

pH

5.5–7.0

Hardness

18–179 ppm

Flow

Low to moderate

 Diet

  • Type: Micropredator
  • Best Foods:
    • Live: daphnia, brine shrimp, grindal worms
    • Frozen: bloodworms, mosquito larvae
    • Dry: high-protein flakes, micro pellets
  • Tip: Rotate foods for vibrant color and breeding success

Breeding

  • Method: Top-spawning egg layers
  • Setup: Spawning mops or fine-leaved plants
  • Egg Care: Remove eggs to hatch separately
  • Hatch Time: ~2 weeks
  • Fry Food: Infusoria, vinegar eels, baby brine shrimp
  • Note: Males display courtship dances; females lay ~20–30 eggs

 Color Forms

  • Chocolate: Brown body with red spots
  • Gold: Bright orange with lyre-shaped tail
  • Spotless Orange: Clean orange variant
  • Wild Strains: Often labeled with collection codes (e.g., SBWG 07-24)
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