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Firemouth Cichlid (Cichlasoma meeki)
23–30°C · pH 6.5–8 · 200L
£4.99
Nicaragua Cichlid is a colourful Central American cichlid for spacious aquariums. It is calmer than many similar cichlids, but still needs robust tank mates and room.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Hypsophrys nicaraguensis
Nicaragua Cichlid is a colourful Central American cichlid for spacious aquariums. It is calmer than many similar cichlids, but still needs robust tank mates and room.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Cichlids are one of the most diverse fish families in the hobby. From tiny apistogrammas to massive oscars, this guide covers the basics of keeping them well.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Nicaragua Cichlid (Hypsophrys nicaraguensis), also traded under older Cichlasoma names, is a colourful Central American cichlid for keepers who can provide space and stable water. It is often called the Macaw Cichlid because mature fish can show gold, blue-green and rose tones.
| Scientific name | Hypsophrys nicaraguensis |
|---|---|
| Adult size | Often 20-25 cm, with females usually smaller |
| Minimum aquarium | 250 litres or larger |
| Temperature | 23-28°C |
| pH | 7.0-8.0 |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive cichlid; calmer than many Central American species |
| Diet | Quality cichlid pellets, frozen foods and vegetable matter |
Give this cichlid a mature aquarium with sand or smooth gravel, open swimming space and secure rock or wood structure. It can work with robust medium-to-large companions, but avoid tiny fish, shrimp and cramped mixed-cichlid tanks. Pairs may become territorial when breeding.
Feed a varied omnivorous diet with quality cichlid pellets as the staple. Add frozen foods such as brine shrimp, mysis and bloodworm, plus vegetable-based foods to keep the diet balanced.
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