Hey guys. On Aug 19, 2015 I received groups of three different species of the Parachromis genus from Dan @ Cichlids of the Americas. The three species I received include:
5X 2" F1 Parachromis Managuense "Honduras"
5X 1" F1 Parachromis Motaguense "Red Tiger Rio Blanco"
7X 1" F1 Parachromis La Ceiba
I have the Managuense growing out in a 200g (80Lx25Wx23H) with 6 wild caught Cichla Orinocensis. The fish seem to be interacting together with minimal aggression. Fish are eating well and seem to be very healthy. Temp on this tank is ~82 F.
I decided that I would attempt to grow out the Motas and La Ceibas together in a standard 55g with heavy slate cover to prevent aggression. So far the fish seem to be thriving with some fin nipping and chasing, but no serious aggression. Keeping the temp ~80 F.
I will continously update this thread as these fish grow so subscribe and stay tuned!
Now for some pics!
MANAGUENSE -
These guys are already showing some great blue highlights typical of the "honduran" jags!
LA CIEBA
MOTAGUENSE
Some awesome reds already starting to pop on these little guys! They are feisty as hell always flaring.
5X 2" F1 Parachromis Managuense "Honduras"
5X 1" F1 Parachromis Motaguense "Red Tiger Rio Blanco"
7X 1" F1 Parachromis La Ceiba
I have the Managuense growing out in a 200g (80Lx25Wx23H) with 6 wild caught Cichla Orinocensis. The fish seem to be interacting together with minimal aggression. Fish are eating well and seem to be very healthy. Temp on this tank is ~82 F.
I decided that I would attempt to grow out the Motas and La Ceibas together in a standard 55g with heavy slate cover to prevent aggression. So far the fish seem to be thriving with some fin nipping and chasing, but no serious aggression. Keeping the temp ~80 F.
I will continously update this thread as these fish grow so subscribe and stay tuned!
Now for some pics!
MANAGUENSE -
These guys are already showing some great blue highlights typical of the "honduran" jags!
LA CIEBA
MOTAGUENSE
Some awesome reds already starting to pop on these little guys! They are feisty as hell always flaring.
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