Midas cichlid

Scientific Name: Amphilophus citrinellus

origin: Lakes and river systems in Costa Rica and Nicaragua

Appearance: Famous for developing a large, bulbous head hump (nuchal hump) and shifting from gray to vibrant orange, red, or white as they mature, these heavy-bodied fish grow up to 12–14 inches

Lifespan: 10-15 years

Tank Size: 125+ gallon

Temperature: 74°F to 80°F pH: 6.5 to 7.5

Temperament / Behavior: Extremely territorial and aggressive; often kept as a single, solitary "wet pet"

Tank Mates: Best kept alone. If attempting tank mates, only massive, equally aggressive Central American cichlids (like Oscars, Convicts, or Jack Dempseys) in an oversized tank will work.

*NOTE: AS A FISH RESCUE, WE DO NOT OFFER GENDER SPECIFIC SEXING ON FISH STOCK. REQUEST FOR MALES OR FEMALES CAN ONLY BE ACCOMMODATED IF THE ITEM SPECIFIES GENDER IN THE DESCRIPTION SUCH AS: MALE BETTA, FEMALE GUPPY, ETC SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.

*Pictures in description are similar to fish but not exact