Description
Remarks: This species gets very large when mature and should not be housed in a tank smaller than 100 gallons. These fish typically act very aggressively towards tank mates, especially when breeding. They are perhaps the most colorful Parachromis species.
Scientific Name: Parachromis motaguensis
Common Name: Red Tiger Cichlid
Max Size: 12″
pH: 6.0-8.0
Hardness: Hard
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Aggressive
Region of Origin: Central America
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food
Compatibility: Alone or in pairs
Tank Mate Options:
Common Pleco
