Cichlidae
Heros
22.00 cm
Semi-aggressive
Very mild as far as cichlids go
Omnivore
240.00 L
22.0 C - 29.0 C
pH: 5.5-7.0
Hardness: 1-8°H
Surface
Like many other cichlids, this South American cichlid has attitude. They will establish territories and defend them, and are not fussy eaters. They come in several different color morphs such as wild-type, green, gold, or red.
Other
Will spawn on a flat surface such as a rock or piece of driftwood. Both parents will defend the fry, both parents may mouthbrood the fry
80 fry
Seemingly random, likely change in water temperature and rich diet
Fry are relatively large and will likely take the same food as their parents as long as it is small enough for them.
