Jaguar Cichlid Care Guide
Parachromis managuensis
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Bioload Score
8800
AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 35.0 cm / 14.0"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 300L (79 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Central America
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous, they prefer live or frozen foods such as worms, insects, small fish, and high-quality pellets.
Community Compatibility
Best kept alone due to their aggressive nature, but if kept with tank mates, choose large, robust species that can withstand aggression.
Good to Know
Jaguar Cichlids are highly territorial and aggressive, especially during breeding.
Gender Differences
Males may develop more intense coloration and grow larger than females.
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