Amarillo Cichlid (Amphilophus amarillo)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAmphilophus amarillo

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asAmarillo

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size8 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 8-25 dGH

Appearance

Compact midas-group cichlid; yellow-gold body, some with dark barring. Mature males may show a modest hump.

Difficulty and care for the Amarillo Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Central America (Lake Xiloá, Nicaragua)

Keeper notes

Territorial midas-complex species; strongly defends breeding sites. Less giant than its relatives but still combative.

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