Cuban Cichlid (Nandopsis tetracanthus)
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Cuban Cichlid
Cuban Cichlid
Nandopsis tetracanthus
208 Litres (55 US G.)
25.4-30.5cm (10-12 ")
7.0 - 8.0
24.4-25.6°C (76 -78 °F)
6-16 °d
1:1 M:F
8-12 years
Family
Cichlidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Biajaca, Cuban Cichlid
Additional scientific names
- Cichlasoma tetracanthus
Origin
- Hail from rivers and lakes in Cuba, near heavy vegetation, also seen in mouths of brackish waters
Sexing
- Mature males are larger than mature females and have more vivid colouration.
Tank compatibility
- A highly aggressive Cichlid best kept in species tanks.
Diet
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Feeding regime
- Feed once to twice daily.
Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
- Aggressive but reclusive unless spawning, will try to engage in a fight with any Cichlid that it feels threatened by. Owner responsive to an extent.
Identification
- Short and thick bodied, dark black markings, iridescent markings on the body, especially on the male.
Pictures
Videos
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External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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