Species Profile
Jewel Cichlid
Hemichromis lifalili
Cichlidsaggressive
Adult size
4″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
75–82°F
pH
6.5–7.5
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
mid
Diet
Pellets, frozen, live
Notes
Stunning red with iridescent blue spots. Very aggressive, especially when paired up and breeding.
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