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Name
Scientific name
Parachromis managuensis
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Jaguar Cichlid
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
The jaguar cichlid, Parachromis managuensis, is a large predatory cichlid from eastern Central America, from Honduras through Nicaragua to …
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
610mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 38 cm, Minimum height 45 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 24–30°C, pH 6–8
Hardness
6–18dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Territorial
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
The natural range of this species extends southwards down the eastern side of Central America, from the River Ulua in Honduras through Nicaragua to the River M…
Habitat
Found inhabiting a variety of biotopes, from heavily-silted, murky lakes with soft substrates to clearer streams and ponds. Apparently it shows a preference fo…
Aquarium size
48"L x 18"H x 15"W (120cm x 45cm x 37.5cm) - 212 litres. MUCH larger for 12"+
Maintenance
Decorate the aquarium with natural territory boundaries and plenty of rocks, wood and caves as hiding places for the female.
Water conditions
Temperature: 24 – 30 °C pH: 6 to 8 Hardness: 6 to 18°dH
Diet
Almost exclusively carnivorous in nature, preying on smaller fish and aquatic invertebrates.
Behaviour and compatibility
Big cichlid syndrome. Will see smaller fish as food. Can be aggressive when breeding and are always territorial. Male can be aggressive towards any female Mana…
Sexual dimorphism
Females are smaller and more rounded, males have pointed dorsal and anal fins and generally more colour.
Reproduction
As with a lot of cichlids, Parachromis Managuense will clean a surface chosen for spawning. Eggs will be laid onto this surface and when the fry hatch they wil…
Notes
Parachromis Managuense are your typical north/central American large predatory cichlid. They are extremely attractive, but a large aquarium is required. They a…
References
References
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