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| Scientific Name: Paratheraps synspilum |
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| Pronunciation: s
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| Common Name(s): Fire Head, Quetzal Cichlid |
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| Geo. Origin: South Mexico, Guatemala, Belize |
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| Habitat: Still or Slow-Moving Water with Root Tangles |
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| Diet: Omnivore |
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| Gender Differences: Dimorphic |
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| Breeding: Substrate Spawner |
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| Temperament: Peaceful |
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| Conspecific Temperament: Aggressive |
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| Maximum Size: 17" |
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| Temperature: 76 - 82°F |
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| pH: 6.8 - 7.8 |
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| Water Hardness: Neutral |
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| Difficulty: 2 |
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| Photo Credit: Otty |
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| A popular species, the outrageous coloration of this large growing cichlid make it easy to see why this one will remain a favorite amongst fish keepers! Adult females will max out at around a foot in length, while the much heavier, longer males will develop a pronounced so-called, 'nuchal hump' with size and dominance. This omnivorous species will show it's best coloration and appreciate a large variety of high quality, veggie based foods as the foundation of it's diet. Stock as an established, compatible pair, if more than one is to be kept in the aquarium to avoid aggression problems. |
