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Name
Scientific name
Cincelichthys bocourti
Described by
Authority Vaillant & Pellegrin, Year 1902, Bracketed
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Chisel-tooth cichlid
Photograph credits
Not recorded
Summary
The chisel-tooth cichlid, Cincelichthys bocourti, is a Central American cichlid from Lake Izabal and other Atlantic drainages of Guatemala …
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
300mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 150 cm, Minimum depth 60 cm, Minimum height 60 cm
Water
Water conditions
26–28°C
Hardness
10–15dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Territorial
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Belize, Guatemala
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Type locality is Lake Izabal, eastern Guatemala and this species has since been recorded from various Atlantic drainages of both Guatemala and neighbouring Bel…
Habitat
Izabal is the largest lake in Guatemala and is surrounded by lush vegetation. For its size it is relatively shallow due to runoff of sediments from the surroun…
Aquarium size
An adult male or pair will need a tank measuring at least 150 ∗ 60 ∗ 60 cm - ~540 litres. As with most Central American cichlids, a massive tank is required if…
Maintenance
It's recommended to provide a rocky substrate that is arranged to form lots of hiding places. A few driftwood branches penetrating the surface could also add t…
Water conditions
Temperature: 26 – 28 °C pH: This species is quite tolerant of different water types, but for ease of maintenance and breeding a pH around neutral is considered…
Diet
An omnivorous species. Wild fish feed on a variety of aquatic invertebrates as well as algae and other zooplankton. In captivity it proves unfussy, and will do…
Behaviour and compatibility
As with many Central American cichlids, this is an aggressive, territorial species and tankmates should be chosen with care. In a very large (upwards of 1000 l…
Sexual dimorphism
Can be tricky to sex, as both sexes can exhibit similar colouration and patterning. Mature males tend to be a larger and deeper-bodies than females and often d…
Reproduction
Provided you can obtain a compatible pair, breeding is fairly straightforward. A tank of around 6' in length is required, and this should be decorated with lar…
Notes
A rather elusive species in the hobby, this beautiful cichlid is sometimes referred to as the "Chisel-toothed" cichlid. Despite being described in 1902 it was …
References
References
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