Jewel Cichlid (5 – 6cm)
£5.30
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Jewel cichlids are a vibrant group of freshwater fish in the family Cichlidae, native to African rivers, streams, and brackish waters.
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Description
Overview & Appearance
- Scientific Genus: Hemichromis (and Rubricatochromis for true jewel cichlids)
- Size: Typically 6.5 cm to 15 cm (2.5 to 6 inches) in aquaria, though some species like Hemichromis fasciatus can reach up to 26.5 cm (10.5 inches).
- Coloration: Bright red, orange, or olive bodies covered in iridescent turquoise, blue, or green “jewel-like” spots, often featuring dark spots on the opercle (gill cover) and middle of the flank.
- Lifespan: 5+ years with proper care.
Behaviour & Temperament
- Aggression: Known for a fiery, highly aggressive temperament. They are especially territorial and fierce during the breeding season.
- Compatibility: Unsuitable for standard community tanks; best kept in a species-only tank or with other large, robust cichlids.
- Diet: Omnivorous; they accept flakes, pellets, frozen, and live foods (like brine shrimp and bloodworms) as well as plant matter.
Reproduction
- Spawning: Monogamous substrate spawners that clean flat rocks or surfaces to lay hundreds of eggs.
- Parental Care: Both parents aggressively guard the eggs and fry, displaying intensified red breeding colours.
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