Jade-eye Cichlid Care Guide
Cryptoheros spilurus
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Bioload Score
6000
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 30.0 cm / 11.8"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 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 varied diet including pellets, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Known for their aggressive behavior, best kept with similarly sized and tempered fish.
Good to Know
Jade-eye Cichlids, also known as Jack Dempseys, are admired for their bold personality and striking appearance.
Gender Differences
Males are larger and display more vibrant colors.
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