Fenestratus Cichlid (Vieja fenestrata)

$7.99

A large growing Cichlid native to freshwater rivers and lakes of Southern Mexico, the Fenestratus Cichlid is a morphologically variable species that is known to occur in several different color or pattern forms in the wild. Mature Fenestratus obtain a pink head and marbled body making for an impressive show fish. In the aquarium, they are an aggressive, boisterous fish that requires plenty of open swimming space as well as lots of cover. They are sensitive to water quality so frequent large water changes should be considered essential to long term success with this species.

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Description

Fenestratus Cichlid (Vieja fenestrata)

Origin: Aquacultured Asia
Diet: Omnivore, will accept nearly any prepared or frozen foods in the aquarium. Overly protein-rich diets should be avoided
Adult Size: 12″+
Recommended Tank Size: 90 gallons
Compatibility: Extremely aggressive as adults, best kept in a species tank or with similarly sized aggressive fish

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          6.8 – 7.8
Temp:                     76-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                  0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm