Cichlasoma Festae versus Mayan Cichlid

[Ghage]

I just wanted to hear from those who love the Fetae and those who love the Mayan and their arguements for which one they prefer. I'm still trying to make up my mind. I have an opportunity to pick up a nice breeding pair of Mayans but am also considering a Festae. I'm not from Florida so Mayan's are not that common from where I am. Again pics would be welcome. Thanks for indulging my interest and helping me to make my decision.

 

[xEchOx]

Festae! Nothing beats the look of a female festae in breeding colors IMO.

 

[fishluvr12]

Festae!!

 

[greenterra]

Festae for sure!

 

[Sab_Fan]

I'd go Festae over Mayan . . . but I don't think you'd go wrong either way

 

[gnuisance]

Mayan's are kind of a poor man's festae IMO

 

[uncwnells]

if you pick mayan you are the least cool decider

 

[danny2875]

Festae all the way. Mayans just dont compare.

 

[sick_lid]

Mayan's are kind of a poor man's festae IMO

I've heard this before, but they're all the same price over here. 2 different fish that look similar really.

I think Festae's (esp. females) are stunning looking fish, which is why I got one.. Mayans aren't ugly by any means, but the brighter reds and yellows on the Fesate you just can't beat. As far as personality, I have heard of several Mayans having the same attitude problems also.. Every fish is different.

Festae are much more popular, but it's obvious why.

 

[Camshaft Ramrod]

festae