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Salvini Cichlid

class: Actinopterygiigenus: Trichromisorder: Cichliformesfamily: Cichlidaephylum: Chordata

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Store Availability

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Not currently in stock in nearby partner stores.

Care Requirements

Diet

Carnivorous

Temp. Range

22°C - 26°C

Lifespan

8 - 12 years

Habitat

Freshwater Central American Biotope Aquarium

Space Needed

200 litres minimum

ph

7.0 - 8.0

water hardness

8 - 15 dGH

Highly territorial and aggressive species that requires substantial hiding places. They display vibrant yellow and red coloration, which intensifies during spawning periods.

Health & Vaccinations
Common Health Risks
IchthyophthiriasisHole in the Head DiseaseFin RotInternal Parasites
Toxic To
High copper concentrations

Interactive Connections

Compatible Tankmates
Convict CichlidConvict CichlidFiremouth CichlidGreen Terror CichlidCommon Pleco
Incompatible (Do Not Mix)
Neon TetraGuppyFreshwater AngelfishDiscus FishOscar FishJaguar Cichlid
Diet & Preferred Feed
cichlid pelletsBloodwormsKrill FlakesBrine shrimpGhost Shrimp
Required Habitat Setup
Canister FilterAquarium HeaterAir PumpAquarium CavesSmooth RocksFine Sand SubstrateAquarium Driftwood
Compatible Plants & Flora
AnubiasJava Fern
Recommended Medicines & Treatments
MetronidazolePraziquantelMelafix
Prone to Diseases & Infections
Ich
Hexamitiasis
Fin Rot