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Firemouth Cichlid (Thorichthys meeki)
23–30°C · pH 6.5–8 · 200L
£4.99
A hardy subtropical South American cichlid for mature, structured aquariums with calm robust tank mates and steady water quality.
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.
Cichlasoma portalegrense
Port Acara Brown Cichlid bond and breed in male/female pairs — buying a pair gives them the social structure they need.
A hardy subtropical South American cichlid for mature, structured aquariums with calm robust tank mates and steady water quality.
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
Port Acara Brown Cichlid is a hardy New World cichlid with quieter colour, strong pair behaviour and a useful tolerance of slightly cooler tropical conditions. The rewrite keeps the familiar Brown Acara wording but corrects the scientific spelling to Cichlasoma portalegrense.
Use a mature aquarium with sand or fine gravel, roots, rocks, open swimming room and broken sight lines. It is more manageable than many large Central American cichlids, but breeding pairs still defend territory.
Choose calm robust companions that will not crowd a pair: larger tetras, peaceful catfish and similarly sized cichlids only where space allows. Avoid tiny fish, fin nippers and cramped mixed-cichlid tanks.
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