Cutter's Cichlid (Amatitlania cutteri)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAmatitlania cutteri

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asCutteri, Honduran Convict, Cryptoheros cutteri

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi-aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 6.5-7.8, GH 8-25 dGH

Appearance

Convict-like body with faint vertical bars and bluish iridescence; females show coppery-orange flushing when in condition.

Difficulty and care for the Cutter's Cichlid

Easy

Origin and habitat

Central America (Atlantic slope, Honduras and Guatemala)

Keeper notes

Convict-group temperament: peaceable until breeding, then strongly territorial around the nest.

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