Species Profile
Convict Cichlid
Amatitlania nigrofasciata
Cichlidsaggressive
Adult size
5″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
70–82°F
pH
6.5–8
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
mid
Diet
Pellets, frozen, live
Notes
Striped like a prison uniform. Very aggressive, especially when breeding. Best in a species tank.
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