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| Family: |
CHICLIDAE |
| Species: |
Paraneetroplus synspila (Vieja synspila) |
| Common Name: |
Redhead cichlid, Quetzal cichlid |
| Size: |
Up to 14" (35 cm) |
| Habitat: |
Central America: Atlantic slope, in the Usumacinta
River drainage in Mexico, Guatemala and Belize. . |
| Min Tank Size: |
48 inches (75 gallon for pair) |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous, Relishes plant material, but will eagerly
accept all types of prepared or frozen foods. |
| Behavior: |
Moderately aggressive. |
| Water: |
Temperature: 75°F to 84°F (24°-29° C), 7.0 to 8.0,
Hardness: Medium hard (dH 9.0 - 20.0). |
| Care: |
Easy. |
| Communities: |
Ok with other large cental American fish, no small
fish. |
| Suitability: |
Only if you will meet its' needs. |
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