Description
Remarks: Males have iridescent bands in the caudal fin, even from a young age, and these bands are absent in females.
Scientific Name: Hypsophrys nicaraguensis
Common Name: Nicaraguan Cichlid
Max Size: 6″
pH: 6.0-8.0
Hardness: Hard
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive
Region of Origin: Central America
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food
Compatibility: Alone, in pairs, or with similarly sized Central or South American cichlids
Tank Mate Options:
Jack Dempsey Cichlid
Firemouth Cichlid
Red Rainbow Cichlid
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