Chanchito, Chameleon Cichlid, South American Flag Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Chanchito, Chameleon Cichlid, South American Flag Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 150 gallons (570 liters) for a pair
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, similarly sized cichlids or large, peaceful fish. Avoid small, timid, or long-finned species. Best kept as a pair or in a species-specific tank.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered aquarium with plenty of hiding places created by rocks, driftwood, and sturdy plants. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel. Good water quality and regular water changes are essential. Provide open swimming areas as well as territories. Can tolerate cooler temperatures than many tropical cichlids.

Water parameters

Temperature

18-26°C (64-79°F)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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