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| Scientific Name: Hypsophrys nicaraguensis |
| Pronunciation: h
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| Common Name(s): 'Nic', Macaw Cichlid |
| Geo. Origin: Nicaragua |
| Diet: Omnivore |
| Gender Differences: Dimorphic |
| Breeding: Substrate Spawner |
| Temperament: Mildly Aggressive |
| Conspecific Temperament: Aggressive |
| Maximum Size: 10" |
| Temperature: 76 - 80°F |
| pH: 7.4 - 8.4 |
| Water Hardness: Hard |
| Difficulty: 2 |
Images: |
Photo 1 Beautiful male Photo 3 Photo 4 2 females Photo 6 Aquarium courtship Pair spawning |
Photo Credit: Kostas Mixalop |
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Females are much smaller, growing to barely 2/3'rd's the size of adult males. This species is considered one of the most popular New World cichlids kept in the aquarium today. A true 'Classic'! It's reliable and peaceful disposition, combined with an outrageously bright coloration will insure this cichlid remains a favorite with Cichlid-Keepers everywhere. |