Chocolate Cichlid Care Guide
Hypselecara temporalis
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Bioload Score
7000
- Max Size
- 20.0 cm / 8.0"
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (76–86°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 208L (55 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; prefers a varied diet including high-quality cichlid pellets, flake foods, and live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and vegetables. Their diet should be balanced to include both plant and animal matter.
Community Compatibility
Can be suitable for a large community tank with other peaceful to semi-aggressive fish of similar size. Avoid very small species that might be seen as prey. It's important to provide plenty of hiding places and visual barriers to reduce potential aggression.
Good to Know
The Chocolate Cichlid is known for its beautiful, rich brown coloring and peaceful nature, making it a favorite among many cichlid enthusiasts. They are also appreciated for their relatively gentle demeanor compared to other cichlids of similar size, making them a more versatile option for community tanks.
Gender Differences
Males are typically larger and more colorful with longer finnage than females. However, distinguishing between sexes can be challenging without observable breeding behavior.
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