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Name
Scientific name
Cichlasoma boliviense
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Bolivia Cichlid
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
The Bolivia cichlid, Cichlasoma boliviense, is a cichlid from the Rio Mamoré, Rio Guaporé and Madre de Dios drainages of Bolivia and Peru. …
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
110mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Not recorded
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 23–27°C, pH 6.5–7.4
Hardness
0–15dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Not recorded
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Bolivia, Peru
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Known from the Rio Mamoré, Rio Guaporé and Madre de Dios drainages in both Bolivia and Peru.
Habitat
Shallow pools and slow-moving shorelines.
Aquarium size
36" x 15" x 12" (90cm x 37.5cm x 30cm) - 100 litres for a pair.
Maintenance
Not critical, will re-arrange the tank decor to suit themselves, so plants are likely to be uprooted. Will appreciate rocky hiding places. Water flow should no…
Water conditions
Temperature: 23 – 27 °C pH: 6.5 - 7.4 Hardness: Up to 15°H
Diet
Not a fussy eater. Cichild pellets as staple diet, meaty foods like prawn and mussel for treats.
Behaviour and compatibility
Whilst not as aggressive as some of their Central American cousins, this species is only suitable for a community of medium to large fish, such as other cichli…
Sexual dimorphism
Male is the larger fish, is more colourful and has extended dorsal and anal fins.
Reproduction
Few details of breeding in the hobby but likely to be similar to other cichlasoma species and their relatives.
Notes
Sometimes referred to (incorrectly) as cichlasoma boliviensis, the Bolivia cichlid is not commonly seen in the hobby. A good candidate for a community of mediu…
References
References
No references