Trimac Cichlid (Amphilophus trimaculatum)
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Trimac Cichlid
Trimac Cichlid
Amphilophus trimaculatum
284 Litres (75 US G.)
27.9-38.1cm (11-15 ")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.5
21 -30 °C (69.8-86°F)
6-16 °d
1:2 M:F
8-12 years
Family
Cichlidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Three Spot Cichlid
Additional scientific names
- Heros trimaculatus, Cichlasoma trimaculatus, Cichlasoma cajali
Origin
- Central America: Pacific slope rivers of the Pacific slope from Mexico to El Salvador.
Sexing
- Female Trimacs have a black blotch in the middle of the dorsal fin whereas the male does not. This feature may not be visible until the fish is approximately 2" or larger.
Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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