Texas Cichlid Fish Tank (Aquarium)
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Channel: Kashif khan · 2018 · Pets & Animals
The Texas Cichlid can grow to a large size in your aquarium. Here are the facts on this aggressive fish known for its pearly iridescent speckling. Fast Facts on Texas Cichlids Scientific Name: Herichthys cyanoguttatus Synonym: Cichlasoma cyanoguttatum, Cichlasoma pavonaceum, Herichthys cyanoguttatum, Heros pavonaceus, Parapetenia cyanostigma Common Name: Pearl Cichlid, Rio Grande Cichlid, Rio Grande Perch, Texas Cichlid Family: Cichlidae Origin: Texas and northeast Mexico Adult Size: 12 inches (30 cm) Social: Aggressive and territorial Lifespan: 10+ years Tank Level: All Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallon Diet: Carnivore/Omnivore Breeding: Egg layer, open breeder Care: Intermediate pH: 6.5-7.5 Hardness: to 12 dGH Temperature: 68-75°F ( 20-24°C)