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Name
Scientific name
Vieja fenestrata
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Not recorded
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
Vieja fenestrata is a large cichlid endemic to Mexico, occurring in and between the rivers Papaloapán and Chachalacas. It predominantly inh…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
300mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 45 cm, Minimum height 38 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 23–30°C, pH 7–7
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
Mexico
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Endemic to Mexico, occuring both in and between the rivers Papaloapán and Chachalacas.
Habitat
Predominantly inhabits clear lakes with sandy or muddy substrates and beds of aquatic plants. It's also found in slower-moving parts of some rivers.
Aquarium size
120 ∗ 45 ∗ 38 cm - ~205 litres for an adult pair.
Maintenance
Tank setup is not critical as the fish will arrange the decor to suit itself. Rocks, bogwood and branches can be used but ensure they are securely positioned t…
Water conditions
Temperature: 23 – 30 °C pH: 7.0 Hardness: Up to 15°H
Diet
Predominantly herbivorous, although gut analyses of wild specimens have shown that it also feeds on insects and other invertebrates as well as plant matter in …
Behaviour and compatibility
A moderately aggressive species. It may be possible to successfully keep this species in a community of robust Central American cichlids, if enough rock and bo…
Sexual dimorphism
The male is the larger fish, is more colourful and develops a nuchal hump. Dorsal and anal finnage is also extended.
Reproduction
Not difficult to breed. The pair will prepare a site for spawning - usually a large stone or sometimes inside a cave. The site will be claened and any detritus…
Notes
A very attractive fish when in adult colouration, vieja fenestrata is not all that common in the UK hobby. It can is often confused with the more commonly avai…
References
References
No references