Bandit Cichlid (Guianacara geayi)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameGuianacara geayi

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asBanded Bandit, Geay's Cichlid

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-84°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Pale body crossed by a dark diagonal eye-bar (the bandit mask) and a vertical mid-body bar, with metallic spangling.

Difficulty and care for the Bandit Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Coastal rivers of the Guianas

Keeper notes

Peaceful outside breeding; forms pairs and becomes territorial as a cave-spawner with fry.

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