Honduran Red Point Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Honduran Red Point Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (114 liters) for a pair, larger for a community tank
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, similarly sized Central American cichlids, larger tetras, or peaceful catfish. Avoid very small or overly aggressive tank mates. Best kept as a pair or in a species-specific tank.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-decorated tank with plenty of hiding spots, caves (e.g., terracotta pots, rock formations), and driftwood. A sand or fine gravel substrate is preferred. Good filtration and regular water changes are essential. During breeding, they become highly territorial and may require a separate breeding tank or a very large community tank to diffuse aggression.

Water parameters

Temperature

75-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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