Convict Cichlid
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NameConvict Cichlid
Scientific NameAmatitlania nigrofasciata
Common NamesConvict Cichlid, Zebra 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 Range6.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesFiremouth Cichlid, Jewel Cichlid, Green Terror, Jack Dempsey, Plecostomus, Synodontis Catfish, Giant Danios
Description
Convict Cichlids are known for their distinctive black and white vertical stripes and can be quite territorial, especially during breeding. They are hardy and relatively easy to care for, making them popular among cichlid enthusiasts. Males are generally larger and have more pointed dorsal and anal fins than females, which often display orange coloration on their flanks when mature.
