Orange Chromide (Etroplus maculatus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameEtroplus maculatus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asOrange Chromide Cichlid, Maculatus, Red Chromide

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size3 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-82°F, pH 7.0-8.5, GH 8 dGH

Appearance

Small golden-orange cichlid speckled with red dots and a dark flank blotch, with red-flecked fins; brightens to a deep orange when in breeding or salted conditions.

Difficulty and care for the Orange Chromide

Moderate

Origin and habitat

India, Sri Lanka (coastal lagoons)

Keeper notes

Brackish-tolerant and relatively peaceful; pairs defend a small spawning territory. Often kept with green chromides, whose parasites it cleans. Tolerates fresh to brackish water.

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