Difference between revisions of "Thorichthys ellioti"
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|extra_scientific_names=Thorichthys maculipinnis, Heros maculipinnis, Cichlasoma ellioti | |extra_scientific_names=Thorichthys maculipinnis, Heros maculipinnis, Cichlasoma ellioti | ||
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== Tank compatibility == | == Tank compatibility == | ||
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Revision as of 16:21, 19 May 2021
Elliot's Cichlid
Thorichthys ellioti
114 Litres (30 US G.)
7.6-15.2cm (3-6 ")
Freshwater
7.0 - 7.6
24.4-26.7°C (76 -80 °F)
5-12 °d
1:1 M:F
3-7 years
Family
Cichlidae
This animal is available captive bred
Contents
Additional names
Additional scientific names
- Thorichthys maculipinnis, Heros maculipinnis, Cichlasoma ellioti
Origin
- Found in Central America including Mexico.
Sexing
- Males are typically more colourful and slightly larger. note that it is no uncommon to get female Ellotis that are more colourful than males.
Tank compatibility
- Typically Peaceful. Although like most cichlids, they may be territorial, especially when breeding.
Diet
- Carnivore
Feeding regime
- Daily
Environment specifics
- Planted tank; the darker the gravel, the brighter the colours - this serves as way to camouflage in the wild. Caves are also recormended.
Behaviour
- May require dither fish if too timid.
Identification
- Can be confused with Thorichthys meeki. Thorichthys ellioti is more colourful.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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