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Texas Cichlid
Herichthys cyanoguttatus
Intermediate Aggressive fish freshwater
About
Only cichlid native to the United States with iridescent blue spangles. Subtropical; tolerates cooler water.
Water Parameters
Temperature
68 - 78 °F
Ideal: 72 - 76 °F
pH
6.5 - 8
GH (Hardness)
5 - 25 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
12"
Min Tank Size
75 gallons
Diet
omnivore
Swimming Zone
middle
Bioload
high
Category
cichlid