Xingu Cichlid (Retroculus xinguensis)
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Xingu Cichlid
Xingu Cichlid
Retroculus xinguensis
246 Litres (65 US G.)
20.3-25.4cm (8-10 ")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.0
27 -30 °C (80.6-86°F)
2-12 °d
1:1 M:F
8-10 years
Family
Cichlidae
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Contents
Origin
- South America: Amazon River basin, in the Xingu and Tapajós River basins.
Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
- This Cichlid prefers shallower and faster flowing water than most. Does well in river biotope set ups. Prefers a mix of fine sand, stones and pebbles as substrate. This fish is sensitive to poor water conditions.
Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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