Nicaragua Cichlid Care Guide
Hypsophrys nicaraguensis
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Bioload Score
6000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 25.0 cm / 9.8"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 7.0 – 8.5
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Central America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; enjoys a varied diet of flakes, pellets, live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for large community tanks or cichlid-specific setups, can be territorial.
Good to Know
Nicaragua Cichlids are known for their striking blue coloration and relatively peaceful demeanor among cichlids.
Gender Differences
Males are larger with more pronounced coloration.
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