Pointed-Head Chocolate Cichlid (Hypselecara coryphaenoides)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHypselecara coryphaenoides

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asCoryphaenoides Cichlid

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size10 in

Minimum tank size75 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 5.0-6.8, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Elongate, more pointed-headed chocolate cichlid; brown to reddish body with a dark lateral spot and emerald sheen.

Difficulty and care for the Pointed-Head Chocolate Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Rio Negro and central Amazon

Keeper notes

Peaceful, retiring large cichlid; territorial only when breeding as a pair.

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