What tank size does a Orange Chromide need?

A Orange Chromide requires a minimum tank size of 113 litres (30 US gallons).

Are Orange Chromide aggressive?

Orange Chromide are classified as semi-aggressive. Keep in a peaceful community with other mild cichlids or hardy species

What temperature do Orange Chromide need?

Orange Chromide thrive in water temperatures between 22–28°C (72–82°F).

How hard is it to breed Orange Chromide?

Breeding Orange Chromide is considered moderate.

Orange Chromide Care Guide

Etroplus maculatus

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Bioload Score

1480

Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater

Max Size: 8.0 cm / 3.1"
Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)
pH Range: 7.0 – 8.5
Min Tank Size: 113L (30 gal)
Min Group Size: 6 fish
Tank Level: Bottom-Mid
Origin: Southeast Asia
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Difficulty: Moderate
Breeding Difficulty: Moderate

Diet

Omnivorous. They are not picky eaters and readily accept a variety of foods including high-quality flakes, pellets, frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and micro worms. A balanced diet is important for their health and coloration.

Community Compatibility

Keep in a peaceful community with other mild cichlids or hardy species

Good to Know

Orange chromides love aquariums with adequate hiding spots

Gender Differences

Males are slightly larger and more colurful, difficult to discern the difference without training.

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