Separate your label from a grade
Write the line name you use and define its selection criteria. Commercial terms may vary between sellers, so a label alone does not guarantee a shared standard.
If you purchase animals under a seller’s name, record that wording and the seller separately from your own project name.
Preserve changes in the record
If a group is renamed, keep the old label and date the change. This lets you interpret photos and breeding notes made earlier.
Avoid silently changing labels to make offspring appear more valuable. Consistent records help other keepers understand what was actually observed.
Describe variation plainly
Use notes such as “lower opacity” or “mixed pattern” when those features are visible. Avoid invented numerical grades unless you define the scale and explain it.
A clear description is more useful than a confident but unstandardized name. Include lighting and age context when comparing photographs.
Use these as general hobby references. Test your aquarium and confirm product guidance before making changes.