South American Cichlid | Green Terror Cichlid

Scientific Name: Andinoacara rivulatus

Common Name: Green Terror Cichlid

Adult Size: 8 inches

Life Expectancy: 10 -13 years

Habitat: South America

Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons

Ideal Tank Conditions:

• pH : 6.5 - 8.0
• Temperature : 78°F
• Water Hardness : 5° to 20°

Temperament:  Can be aggressive if not given a large enough aquarium.

Diet/Nutrition:  Omnivore, will eat flakes, pellets, freeze dried and live foods. Give them a varied diet with lots of protein.

Breeding:  Reach sexual maturity at 4 inches and will form life long pairs. Keep the water temperature around 82°F and provide a spot for them to place the eggs. A large rock would work well.

Gender:  Can be difficult to determine. The female is usually smaller and less colorful than a male of the same age.

Compatible Tank Mates: See Compatibility Chart