
Yellow Crystal
Symphysodon sp.
Description
The Yellow Crystal combines the transparency and brightness of a pure yellow with the understated elegance of no visual impurities. Top specimens are completely free of pepper.
🌍 Origin & History
A high-quality Pigeon Blood variety with a golden-yellow background and a crystalline appearance. Originating from Asian breeders, developed from PB × Golden crosses.
Appearance
Bright, transparent golden-yellow body. No pepper. No vertical bars. The transparent scales provide a 'crystalline' look. Orange-reddish eyes. Fins with translucent yellow hues.
🧬 Genetic background
Pigeon Blood × Golden. Selected for maximum removal of pepper and to achieve a pure, radiant yellow. The dominant PB gene ensures the absence of vertical bars.
Recommended water parameters
Care
Feed with spirulina and carotenoids to maintain the pure yellow color.
Breeding
Breeding is accessible.
💡 Practical tips
- →A black background highlights the brilliant yellow.
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