Texas Cichlid 8"+

Scientific Name: Herichthys cyanoguttatus

origin: the only cichlid species native to the United States

Appearance: Features a stunning pearl-gray or olive base covered in iridescent, pearlescent turquoise or blue-green speckles. Mature males develop a prominent hump on their forehead. 12 inches in length

Lifespan: 10 years

Tank Size: 100+ gallons

Temperature: 68°F to 75°F, pH 7.0

Temperament / Behavior: They are highly territorial, aggressive, and notorious for digging up plants and rearranging substrate

Tank Mates:  Because of their aggressive nature, they should only be housed with similar-sized, equally robust Central American cichlids or left in a species-only tank

*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