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Name
Scientific name
Vieja zonata
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Cichlidae
Common names
Oaxaca Cichlid
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
The Oaxaca cichlid, Vieja zonata, is a large cichlid that appears to be endemic to the River Tehuantepec drainage in Mexico. Hardy and easy…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
250mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Not recorded
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 23–30°C, pH 7–7.5
Hardness
0–20dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Not recorded
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Not recorded
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Appears to be endemic to the River Tehuantepec drainage in Mexico.
Habitat
Appears to be endemic to the River Tehuantepec drainage in Mexico.
Aquarium size
48" x 24" x 24" (120cm x 60cm x 60cm) - 500 litres. For a pair of adult fish.
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 - 7.5 Hardness: Up to 20°H
Diet
Vegetable matter in the form of spirulina or algae wafers should form an important part of the diet, as this fish is primarily herbivorous in nature. Will also…
Behaviour and compatibility
In a large enough aquarium, with sufficient space for territories, it is possible to keep this fish in groups with other similarly-sized cichlids and robust sp…
Sexual dimorphism
Males are larger and more colourful. In common with many Central Americans, the male also develops dorsal and anal fin extensions and a nuchal hump.
Reproduction
The main challenge inbreeding this species is getting the pair to co-exist in the same tank! If this can be achieved, then the fish should spawn readily. The p…
Notes
A hardy and easy to keep cichlid, albeit a moderately aggressive one. Rarely available in aquatic stores, this fish is occasionally available through specialis…
References
References
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