Ellioti Cichlid (Thorichthys ellioti)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameThorichthys ellioti

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asElliot's Cichlid, Mojarra

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi-aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size6 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 6.5-7.8, GH 8-25 dGH

Appearance

Olive-tan body covered in iridescent blue-green spangles with a red-orange throat and a dark mid-body blotch.

Difficulty and care for the Ellioti Cichlid

Easy

Origin and habitat

Central America (Atlantic slope of Mexico)

Keeper notes

Display-oriented like the firemouth; territorial at breeding but generally peaceful for a Central American cichlid.

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