Difference between revisions of "Amphilophus alfari"
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| − | + | :Found across Central America from the Atlantic slope from Honduras (Patuca River) to Costa Rica. | |
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| + | :Colouration on this Cichlid varies depending on its origin. It resembles a hybrid of a [[Jack Dempsey]] and a [[Severum]]. | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:01, 13 December 2017
Pastel Cichlid
Pastel Cichlid
Amphilophus alfari
132 Litres (35 US G.)
12.7-15.2cm (5-6 ")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.0
20 -34 °C (68-93.2°F)
2-10 °d
1:1 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Cichlidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Pastel Cichlid
Additional scientific names
- Cichlasoma alfari, Astatheros alfari, Cichlasoma bouchellei
Origin[edit]
- Found across Central America from the Atlantic slope from Honduras (Patuca River) to Costa Rica.
Environment specifics[edit]
- Must have a soft substrate as this fish likes to dig and can be quite enthusiastic about it, for this reason will uproot plants.
Behaviour[edit]
- Can be aggressive and territorial towards others, especially when spawning.
Identification[edit]
- Colouration on this Cichlid varies depending on its origin. It resembles a hybrid of a Jack Dempsey and a Severum.
Pictures[edit]
External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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