Avocado Cichlid
NameAvocado Cichlid
Scientific NameAmatitlania nanolutea
Common NamesAvocado Cichlid, Yellow Convict Cichlid, Yellow Dwarf Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginCentral America, Honduras, Panama
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther robust Central American cichlids, Larger tetras, Swordtails, Platies, Larger rasboras, Plecos, Dwarf Cichlids (e.g., Apistogramma, if tank is large enough)
Description
The Avocado Cichlid is a small, colorful Central American cichlid known for its vibrant yellow body and distinct vertical black barring. While generally peaceful, they can become territorial and aggressive, especially when breeding. They are a hardy species suitable for intermediate aquarists.
