Firemouth Cichlid Care Guide
The Firemouth Cichlid (Thorichthys meeki) is a intermediate-level freshwater aquarium resident from Mexico, Belize, Guatemala. It reaches about 5.9 inches and should be kept in tanks of at least 40 gallons.
Keep water near pH 6.5-8, temperature 73-82F, and hardness 3-14 dH. Feed omnivore, cichlid pellets, frozen food with 1-2 small feedings daily.
Firemouth Cichlids need tank mates chosen around temperament, territory, and adult size. Provide line-of-sight breaks and avoid fish small enough to be swallowed.
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