Hornet Cichlid
From Microcosm Aquarium Explorer
Intelligent, big, and a threat to all other tankmates. JJPhoto.dk
Overview
Much liked by some cichlid enthusiasts for its strong character, this fish is known to others as simply a "killer"—a species that has been known to attack and eat even heavily armored large Plecostomus tankmates.
Best kept in a species tank, the larger the better. Alternatively, some aquarists try to keep in crowds of other tough African cichlids together so that the aggression is diffused in all the chaos.
Family: Cichlidae
Other common name(s):
- Buttikoferi
Native range:
Maximum length: 30.8 cm (12 in)
Minimum aquarium size: 379 L (100 gal)
Water: Freshwater 23 °C (73 °F) - 26 °C (79 °F)
General swimming level: All levels.
Feeding
Omnivore. Will eat anything and everything, including all live plants.
Aquarium Compatibility
A threat to most other fishes, invertbrates, and plants. Will eat hardshelled snails.
Special Care
Do some serious research and planning before acquiring this fish.