Blue Flash (Thorichthys aureus)
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Blue Flash
Blue Flash
Thorichthys aureus
208 Litres (55 US G.)
11.9-15.2cm (4.7-6 ")
Freshwater
7.5 - 7.8
22.2-24.4°C (72 -76 °F)
2-15 °d
1:1 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Cichlidae
This animal is available captive bred
Contents
Additional names
- Blue Flash
Additional scientific names
- Heros aureus, Cichlasoma aureum, Herichthys aureus
Origin
- Central America: Atlantic slope from Belize (Golden Creek) to Honduras (Motagua River basin).
Sexing
- Males are more coloUrful
Tank compatibility
- Peaceful
Diet
- Carnivorous
Feeding regime
- Daily
Environment Specifics
- Planted tank
Behaviour
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This section requires expansion with: Any behaviour quirks such as gulping air, or aggressiveness.. |
Identification
- Can be confused with Thorichthys meeki.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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