Species Care
FIREMOUTH
Thorichthys meeki
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 15 cm
- Temperament: Territorial when breeding.
- Check compatibility with other species here
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 23-27 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.8-7.5
- General Hardness: Moderate
Range: South Mexico to Guatemala
Reproduction: Eggs are laid on a hard surface, the eggs (and hatched fry) are guarded by both parents.
Feeding: Omnivorous. Eats all normal foods.
Additional Comments: Firemouths are one of the 'old favourites' of the American Cichlids. Mature fish are quite impressive with their red throats, adults flare out their gills and throat to intimidate rivals or intruders. Provide some hiding places.
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