Cupid Cichlid
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NameCupid Cichlid
Scientific NameBiotodoma cupido
Common NamesCupid Cichlid, Flag Cichlid
FamilyCichlidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Brazil, Peru, Colombia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)40
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range5.5-7.0
Compatible SpeciesRummynose Tetra, Cardinal Tetra, Pencilfish, Corydoras Catfish, Bristlenose Pleco, Keyhole Cichlid, Dwarf Cichlids (e.g., Apistogramma species)
Description
The Cupid Cichlid is a peaceful South American cichlid known for its distinctive dark spot on its flank and a vertical bar through the eye. They are substrate sifting fish, constantly sifting sand for detritus and small invertebrates. This species thrives in soft, acidic water conditions.
