Convict Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Convict Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (for a pair)
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other robust, similarly sized cichlids or fast-moving, durable fish that can withstand their aggression. Avoid small, docile, or long-finned tank mates.
• Special requirements: Requires plenty of hiding places and territories, such as caves, rocks, and driftwood. A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred as they enjoy digging. Strong filtration is necessary due to their messy eating habits and waste production. Provide stable water parameters and regular water changes.

Water parameters

Temperature

24-28°C (75-82°F)

pH level

6.5-8.0

Hardness

5-20 dGH

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