Fish Database: Keyhole Cichlid - Cleithracara maronii
Aquarium requirements
Aquarium suitability: 4/5
Sociability rating: 9/10
Area of tank: Middle, bottom
Aquarium water conditions: 6-8.5, vs,s,m,h,vh
Temperature: 23 - 26C
Feeding: Flake, dried, frozen, live foods
Minimum tank size: 60cm
Min / Max number in tank:
Fish fact file
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Synonyms: Cleithracara maroni, Acara maronii, Aequidens maronii
Other common names:
Origin: South America; Guyana
Natural habitat: Clear water slow moving creeks
Size: 12cm
Behavior: Peaceful
Breeding: Egg layer; eggs are laid on flat rocks and cared for by parents
Natural water conditions: pH 6-8, medium-hard
Sexing: Males anal fin is longer and pointed. Difficult to sex
Keyhole Cichlid
Fish code No.1114
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The Keyhole Cichlid is a well known and popular fish which makes a good aquarium specimen. The fish are peaceful and can be kept with other peaceful fishes and dwarf cichlids. Keyholes will form pairs and raise the young for a considerable length of time. Provide a substrate of sand or fine gravel, plenty of hiding spots and open swimming areas. Some specimens can be particularly timid and easily spooked, but should gain confidence once established.
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