Big chain pet stores often misidentify flowerhorns, so don't take their word for it. Do some research 
Id my flowerhorn?
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I wouldn't add a substrate for flowerhorn unless you really can't stand bare bottom aquariums as it can get stuck in their mouths.
For flowerhorns, some ornaments will help when settling in, but as soon as he's settled in remove the ornaments as they will pose a risk to you Golden based fader.
But not sure about the gender and moreover it's very shy not even taking food. I tried feeding dried shrimps but it not even touched it.
Guys help me out, still after two days my flowerhorn is very shy when I go nearby and I hope it's taking food as I just feed and leave the room. I set up a temperature around 28 c . Sometimes it's coming to the front of the tank when am nearby but just a quick swirl it again set itself to top corner or bottom corner... Also lete know how pop out the color
He’s still adjusting to his environment. He just needs time. Also I’d personally lower the temp a bit. I’d keep it 75-80f. 28c/82f is a bit too high and longterm will increase risk for bacterial infection and lowers their already compromised lifespan.
