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Name
Scientific name
Parachromis motaguensis
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
False Yellowjacket Cichlid
Photograph credits
Not recorded
Summary
The false yellowjacket cichlid, Parachromis motaguensis, is a large predatory cichlid from Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras. It occurs i…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
305mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 38 cm, Minimum height 45 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 20–30°C, pH 6–8
Hardness
Not recorded
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Territorial
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Recorded from the River Motagua basin in eastern Guatemala and Honduras. To the west its range begins around the River Naranjo in Guatemala, extending southwar…
Habitat
Can be found in a variety of biotopes including lakes and larger streams. It's most often found in the central flowing parts of rivers.
Aquarium size
48"L x 18"H x 15"W (120cm x 45cm x 37.5cm) - 212 litres
Maintenance
A riverine species, the Motaguensis prefers areas with fallen trees (use bogwood and driftwood to replicate this) and rocks.
Water conditions
Temperature: 20 – 30 °C pH: 6.0 to 8.0, with 6.8 being optimal Hardness: 6 to 16°dH
Diet
Almost exclusively carnivorous in nature, preying on smaller fish and aquatic invertebrates.
Behaviour and compatibility
Aggressive. Will see anything that it can fit in its mouth as food. Will be aggressive against conspecifics and nonspecifics, so choose tankmates carefully. Wi…
Sexual dimorphism
Male has lighter colouration, and comes across as being slightly more greeny in colour.
Reproduction
A pair will go through the courtship ritual which can include gill flaring, and the female lunging towards the male - but stopping short before making contact.…
Notes
Parachromis Motaguensis are a truly stunning fish. They exhibit gorgeous colours, but can be a nightmare to keep. Do not even consider housing any other fish w…
References
References
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