Mayan Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Mayan Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters) for a single adult or pair
• Compatibility: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, and equally aggressive cichlids. Avoid keeping with smaller or docile fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a spacious tank with plenty of hiding places and territories established by rocks, driftwood, and sturdy plants. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel as they are avid diggers. Excellent filtration is essential due to their messy eating habits and waste production. Can tolerate brackish conditions, which can be beneficial for their health in captivity.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-82°F (22-28°C)

pH level

7.0-8.0

Hardness

10-20 dGH

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