Description
Remarks: A less common relative of the Green Texas Cichlid, the Nautla Cichlid (Herichthys deppii) seems to be just as aggressive. Even at a young age, they are capable of holding their own. They get their name from the Rio Nautla in Mexico, where they are found.
Scientific Name: Herichthys deppii
Common Name: Nautla Cichlid
Max Size: 8″
pH: 7.0-8.4
Hardness: Hard
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Aggressive
Region of Origin: Mexico
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Flake or pellet
Compatibility: Central American cichlids may be tolerated, but during breeding these fish should be kept alone.
Tank Mate Options:
Common Pleco
Green Texas Cichlid
Electric Blue Jack Dempsey
