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| Scientific Name: Dicrossus filamentosus |
| Pronunciation: d
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| Common Name(s): Checkerboard cichlid |
| Geo. Origin: Rio ***** & Rio Orinoco river systems |
| Habitat: Plants, Roots, Fallen Trees, Hollows Eroded in Banks |
| Diet: Carnivore |
| Gender Differences: Monomorphic |
| Breeding: Substrate Spawner |
| Temperament: Peaceful |
| Conspecific Temperament: Mildly Aggressive |
| Maximum Size: 3" |
| Temperature: 82°F |
| pH: < 6 |
| Water Hardness: Soft |
| Difficulty: 2 |
Images: |
Female Male Male Male Unknown Photo 6 Photo 7 |
Photo Credit: Eric Martina |
Articles: | Species article |
Comments: |
Likes to spawn on vertical surfaces. Eggs need very soft acidic water to hatch. |