Yellow Dwarf Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Yellow Dwarf Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 gallons (280 liters) for a pair
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, similarly sized Central American cichlids or larger, peaceful community fish. Avoid very small or overly aggressive tank mates. Best kept as a pair.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-decorated tank with plenty of caves, rocks, and driftwood for hiding and establishing territories. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel. Good filtration and regular water changes are essential. Provide flat surfaces for spawning.

Water parameters

Temperature

24-28°C (75-82°F)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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