Firemouth Cichlid Thorichthys meeki
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Thorichthys meeki
Origin region
Central America (Mexico, Belize, Guatemala)
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Mid-Bottom
Adult size (cm)
15.00
Minimum tank (L)
150
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
23.0–28.0
pH
6.50–8.00
GH (dGH)
5.0–20.0
KH (dKH)
3.0–8.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–2.00
Habitat & environment
Central America (Mexico, Belize, Guatemala)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Semi-aggressive
Breeding & care
Pairs form monogamous bonds and guard eggs/fry fiercely.
Notes
Recognised by its fiery red throat and underside.