Cichlid - Keyhole

Care requirements

• Minimum tank 36 × 12 in (90 × 30 cm) or larger.
• Adult size 4 in (110 mm), excluding the tail
• Temperature 75–79°F (24–26°C)
• pH 6.5–7.5
• GH 4–12 dGH
• Ammonia and nitrite 0 ppm

Housing & compatibility

Provide shaded retreats with plants and wood. Choose peaceful tankmates. Leave space around a pair’s shelter, as the pair may defend a spawning site.

Diet

Feed small sinking cichlid pellets with occasional frozen daphnia or brine shrimp. Place food near cover if faster tankmates intercept it.

Species notes

Cleithracara maronii

Species reference photo. Size and markings can vary. Photo by Bartosz Senderek, CC BY-SA 2.5.