Should not be considered a home aquarium fish, young
are sometimes seen for sale and caution should taken before purchasing.
It is unfair to subject any animal to less than ideal living conditions.
Habitat:
North America: Central drainage's of the United
States to southern Canada and northern Mexico.
Min Tank Size:
At least 125 gallons for young, public aquarium
for mature specimens.
Diet:
Omnivorous, will readily accept all types of food.
Behavior:
Peaceful but predatory.
Water:
Temperature of 50°F to 90°F (10°-32° C) , pH range:
6.0 – 8.0; dH range: 4 - 30
Care:
Easy.
Communities:
None, but possibly the largest Central and South
American Cichlids.
