Jewel Cichlid Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Jewel Cichlid in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (for a single pair, larger for community)
• Compatibility: Best kept as a single pair or in a species-specific tank. Can be housed with robust, similarly sized, and equally aggressive cichlids in very large aquariums with ample hiding spots. Avoid small, peaceful, or long-finned tank mates.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-decorated tank with plenty of caves, rocks, and driftwood to establish territories and provide hiding places. A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred as they enjoy digging. Good filtration is essential due to their messy eating habits and territorial displays. During breeding, aggression intensifies significantly.

Water parameters

Temperature

75-82°F (24-28°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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