Texas Cichlid
Herichthys cyanoguttatus — Hardy native North American cichlid; the only cichlid native to the US, aggressive when spawning.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Herichthys cyanoguttatus |
|---|---|
| Type | cichlid |
| Adult size | 12" |
| Minimum tank | 75 gal |
| Group size | 1+ |
| Temperament | aggressive |
| Temperature | 68-77°F |
| pH | 6.5-8.0 |
| GH | 8-25 |
| Diet | Pellets, meaty frozen, veg, snails |
| Swimming zone | all |
| Care level | moderate |
| Plant-safe | No |