Ellioti Cichlid Care Guide
Thorichthys maculipinnis
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Bioload Score
2000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 100L (26 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Central America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; enjoys a diet of flakes, pellets, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable to be kept with other Central American cichlids of similar size and temperament.
Good to Know
Ellioti Cichlids are noted for their beautiful blue speckles and relatively peaceful demeanor towards tank mates.
Gender Differences
Males are larger and more colorful than females.
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