Family: Cichlidae
Satanoperca jurupari — a Cichlidae from South America. Reaches 18.8–27.5 cm; keep at 26–32 °C.
Satanoperca jurupari, a member of the family Cichlidae, comes from South America, where it inhabits lakes and slow rivers with structure. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding and omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods, it grows to 18.8–27.5 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 26–32 °C range. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
Intermediate difficulty. Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding; pairs or singles with defined territory.
Aim for 26–32 °C. Heater required for stable tropical warmth; 26–32 °C curated husbandry range.
Full size is 18.8–27.5 cm. Minimum tank: 500 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.
Omnivore to carnivore; quality prepared foods. It forages naturally over sand with rock piles, so let some food reach the bottom.
Varies by species; many are territorial when breeding; pairs or singles with defined territory. Good company: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Keep away from Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Native to South America, where it lives in lakes and slow rivers with structure. Still to gentle current; Moderate.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
In the aquarium: substrate or cave spawner with parental care. Often striking; males larger and brighter.