Orange Chromide Cichlid

Scientific Name

Grows to:

Temp Range

Number to Buy

Hardiness:

Etroplus maculatus

3"

 70-80

1 or more

A

General:  A peaceful cichlid that is native to Asia.  They should have at least one teaspoon of salt per gallon.  They like to swim in groups of three or more.

Diet:  Like most Cichlids they will accept a variety of foods such as Cichlid pellets, Cichlid flakes, frozen foods, and krill.  Feed young fish 2-3 times daily.  Adults can be fed 1-2 times a day.

Compatibility:  Fish that go well with orange chromide cichlids: Community #3, Community #5, Community #12

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