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, larger for pairs or community setups with appropriate tank mates.
• Compatibility: Generally not compatible with most other fish due to their aggressive and territorial nature. Can be kept alone or with very large, robust, and equally aggressive cichlids or armored catfish in sufficiently large aquariums with ample hiding spots and visual barriers. Introductions should be done carefully and with constant monitoring.
• Special requirements: Requires a spacious aquarium with strong filtration due to their messy eating habits and large bioload. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel, and decor should consist of large, smooth rocks and driftwood that are securely placed to prevent them from being moved or toppled. Live plants are typically uprooted, so artificial plants or robust, rooted plants like Anubias or Java Fern attached to decor are preferred. Regular large water changes are crucial for maintaining water quality and preventing disease. They are known to interact with their owners and can be quite personable.

Water parameters

Temperature

78-86°F (25.5-30°C)

pH level

6.5-7.8

Hardness

6-20 dGH

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