Those two threads were also saying sometimes other thorichthys are sold as aureum, which is something to look out for. I can see how young fish will look alike.darth pike;3456492; said:http://www.cichlidae.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=4912
http://www.cichlidae.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=3886
Two threads in just the first page saying helleri and others in their group need cooler temps 72-74 or so ... I trust the experts, but not everyone does.
The magazine artcle on the FMs said that even FMs shouldn't be exposed to temps in the 80s for long periods of time, because it will cause death. In general, most CAs should be kept in the 70 degree range.
The last article from brittishcichlid.com gives the geographic locations on where the thorichthys are found. The location can have a lot to do with the water temps where these fish are found.