Family Cichlidae
Origin Artificial hybrid cross between cichlid species
Adult size 7 to 8 inches; 10 inches possible
Social Typically not a community fish, but may cohabit with other blood parrots or similar peaceful community fish
Lifespan 10 to 15 years in captivity
Tank level Mid- and bottom-level
Minimum tank size 30 gallons for single fish; 10 additional gallons for each additional fish
Diet As a base diet, prefers high-quality flakes or pellets formulated for cichlids
Breeding Males are sterile, but females sometimes breed with other cichlids
Care Requires hiding places as well as large open swimming areas. Good filtration is essential.
pH 6.5 to 7.4
Hardness Soft