South American Cichlids

There is a large variety of South American cichlids. As they cover such a large part of the world, you would expect them to have many different care requirements. This is true. Generally speaking,
 the water parameters for South American cichlids are of a lower pH than most other cichlids. Likewise,  temperature requirements are diverse. A basic temperature range of approximately 22-27°C (72-80°F) will suit the majority of South American cichlids.
Bolivian Ram


South American cichlids I currently keep:
Apistogramma norberti PIC Symphysodon aequifasciata (discus)
Nannacara anomala (Golden Dwarf Cichlid) Mikrogeophagus altispinosus
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi Apistogramma viejita
Dicrossus filamentosus Apistogramma borellii (Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid)


Formerly kept:
Apistogramma bitaeniata (Two-Striped Dwarf Cichlid) Apistogramma trifasciata
Apistogramma cacatuoides
Apistogramma moae
Apistogramma nijsenni
 Laetacara flavilabris -Orange-fin Flag Cichlid
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi (gold form) Pterophyllum scalare (Angelfish)
Satanoperca leucosticta




                                                  


Last updated Aug. 10, 2007