Midas Cichlid

Fish Species

Midas Cichlid

Amphilophus citrinellus

About

Iconic Central American cichlid known for its nuchal hump and extreme aggression.

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Classification

Scientific Name

Amphilophus citrinellus

Origin Region

Central America

Water Type

freshwater

Diet

Omnivore

Care Difficulty

Expert

Max Size

35 cm | 13.8 in

Water Requirements
Central America Rivers

Temperature

24–28°C

pH

7–8

GH Hardness

8–12dGH

KH Alkalinity

4–7dKH

Min Tank Size

400L