Central American Cichlid Biotope

A tank for the large, robust cichlids of Central American rivers - Convict, Jack Dempsey, Firemouth, and Midas cichlids.

Difficulty: Advanced Tank Size: 75g+ Recommended: 180g

📖 Overview

Central American cichlids are territorial, medium-hard-water fish that thrive in wide-open tanks with rocky structure. Larger and generally more aggressive than African Rift Lake cichlids.

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