Familia: Cichlidae
Firemouth es un cíclido de agua dulce originario de Centroamérica. Alcanza 12.8–18.7 cm; temperatura 26–30 °C.
Thorichthys meeki is a Cichlidae from Central America. In the wild it prefers lakes and slow rivers with structure; in the aquarium it stays feisty around breeding time. Plan on 12.8–18.7 cm of adult fish at 26–30 °C. In a community tank it pairs well with Other cichlids of similar size and temperament.
Dificultad: moderada. Feisty around breeding time; plan territory in advance.
Rango ideal: 26–30 °C. Evita cambios bruscos.
Tamaño adulto: 12.8–18.7 cm. Mínimo 420 L.
Hearty eater; feed pellets with regular vegetable matter. Combina pienso con alimentos congelados o vivos.
Feisty around breeding time; plan territory in advance; Pairs or harems in tanks with broken sightlines. Buenos compañeros: Other cichlids of similar size and temperament — Balance aggression across the tank.No convive con Delicate planted-tank species — Uprooted and outcompeted.
Originario de Centroamérica; vive en lakes and slow rivers with structure. Still to gentle current; moderate.
Riesgo bajo, aunque la tapa siempre es útil.
Both parents guard eggs and fry for weeks. Often striking; males larger and brighter.