Flowerhorn (Amphilophus citrinellus x (Flowerhorn))

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAmphilophus citrinellus x (Flowerhorn)

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asFlowerhorn Cichlid, Hua Luo Han, Luohan

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

Dietcarnivore

Adult size12 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 8-20 dGH

Appearance

Vivid red/orange body with black 'flower' markings and a large fluid-filled nuchal hump (kok) on the head; highly variable.

Difficulty and care for the Flowerhorn

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Man-made hybrid (Central American cichlid lineage; created in Malaysia/Taiwan)

Keeper notes

Man-made hybrid (no natural species) bred from Central American cichlids. Extremely aggressive and territorial; almost always kept singly. Does not exist in the wild.

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