Flowerhorn Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Flowerhorn Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters) for a single adult
• Compatibility: Generally not compatible with other fish due to extreme aggression and territoriality. Can sometimes be kept with other large, equally aggressive cichlids in very large tanks with ample hiding spots, but this is often risky.
• Special requirements: Requires a spacious tank with strong filtration due to their messy eating habits and large bioload. Substrate should be fine gravel or sand. Provide large, smooth rocks and driftwood for territories and hiding spots. Avoid sharp decorations. Regular large water changes are crucial for maintaining water quality. They are known to rearrange tank decor.

Water parameters

Temperature

26-30 C (78-86 F)

pH level

6.5-7.8

Hardness

10-20 dGH

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