Trimac Cichlid (Amphilophus trimaculatus)

Fish in the family Cichlidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAmphilophus trimaculatus

FamilyCichlidae

Also known asThree Spot Cichlid, Trimac, Trimaculatus

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentAggressive

DietOmnivore

Adult size12 in

Minimum tank size125 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 8-25 dGH

Appearance

Stocky cichlid with golden-yellow flushing, three dark blotches along the body, and a developing nuchal hump in dominant males.

Difficulty and care for the Trimac Cichlid

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Central America (Pacific slope, Mexico to Honduras)

Keeper notes

Aggressive Amphilophus; a frequent parent species behind flowerhorn hybrids. Territorial and combative, especially when breeding.

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