Fenestratum Cichlid Care Guide
Paratheraps fenestratus
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Bioload Score
19000
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 30.0 cm / 11.8"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (76–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 270L (71 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Central America
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous; requires a diet with both vegetable and protein components.
Community Compatibility
Best kept in a species-specific or large cichlid community with ample space.
Good to Know
Fenestratum Cichlids are known for their striking appearance and complex breeding behaviors.
Gender Differences
Males are larger and more colorful, with pronounced nuchal humps.
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