Convict Cichlid
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NameConvict Cichlid
Scientific NameAmatitlania nigrofasciata
Common NamesConvict Cichlid, Zebra Cichlid, Striped Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginCentral America, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesFiremouth Cichlid, Jewel Cichlid, Jack Dempsey, Green Terror, Plecos, Synodontis Catfish
Description
The Convict Cichlid is a popular and hardy freshwater fish known for its distinctive black vertical bars on a gray or bluish body. They are relatively easy to care for and breed, making them a common choice for beginner cichlid keepers. While generally semi-aggressive, they can become territorial, especially during spawning.
