Cichlidae species Hypsophrys nicaraguensis comes from Central America. Territory is its whole worldview; rocks arranged as walls calm what open water cannot. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 12.4–18.2 cm. Singly, in pairs, or as a harem — never crowded. Strong filtration, hardscape boundaries and a steady routine turn a brawler into a showpiece. Maintain 22–28 °C at pH 7–8. Undemanding once its core needs are met.
原生環境
生息地
Lakes and slow rivers with structure
水流
Still to gentle current
溶存酸素
Moderate
レイアウトと設備
底床
Sand with rock piles
流木・石組
Stones, caves and broken lines of sight
水草
Hardy species that tolerate digging
性格・餌・混泳
群泳性
Singly, in pairs, or as a harem — never crowded
餌
Accepts all foods; emphasise quality over variety
おすすめの混泳相手
Other cichlids of similar size and temperament — Balance aggression across the tank
混泳しないほうがいい相手
Delicate planted-tank species — Uprooted and outcompeted
繁殖と注意点
雌雄の違い
Often striking; males larger and brighter
繁殖方法
Cave or substrate spawner with prolonged parental care