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Name
Scientific name
Mesonauta festivus
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Flag Cichlid
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
The flag cichlid, Mesonauta festivus, is a cichlid recorded from Venezuela, Peru, Brazil, Bolivia and Paraguay. It lives in well planted, s…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
100mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 38 cm, Minimum height 30 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 24–28°C, pH 6–8
Hardness
0–5dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Community-safe
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, Paraná
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Widespread through much of South America, it's been recorded from Peru, Brazil, Bolivia and Paraguay. It's found in numerous river drainages, including the Rio…
Habitat
Usually foound in well planted habitats in slower moving waters.
Aquarium size
120 ∗ 38 ∗ 30 cm - ~137 litres
Maintenance
Well planted tank with moderate water flow. Bogwood and branches can be used for decor. Sandy subtrate is preferred. Lighting should not be too strong.
Water conditions
Temperature: Occurs in a wide rande of temperatures in the wild. 76 - 82°F (24 - 28°C) is suggested in the aquarium. pH: 6.0 - 8.0 will be tolerated but a pH o…
Diet
It's a generalistic omnivore by nature. Wild fish feed on worms, crustaceans, plant matter (apparently including algae) and other zoobenthos. Accepts the major…
Behaviour and compatibility
Peaceful cichlid, although becomes more aggressive when breeding. Can be kept with other peaceful cichlids such as geophagus and apistogramma and other peacefu…
Sexual dimorphism
Male is larger and his extensions to dorsal and anal fins.
Reproduction
Breeding takes place a flat stone or similar area. Once the breeding area is prepared, eggs will be deposited by the female and then fertilised by the male. In…
Notes
Flag Cichlids are enduringly popular in the hobby and can be found in most aquatic stores. Interestingly, this species is not the species most commonly sold as…
References
References
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