Species Profile
Firemouth Cichlid
Thorichthys meeki
Cichlidssemi-aggressive
Adult size
6″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
75–82°F
pH
6.5–8
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
mid
Diet
Pellets, frozen, live
Notes
Flashes a bright red throat when displaying. Generally peaceful but territorial when breeding.
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