Cichlasoma texas (Texas cichlids)

Cichlasoma texas (Texas cichlids)

Description

Tràs fish pleasant to look at. He can live with pseudo zebra.

The Cichlasoma Texas is a freshwater fish belonging to the Cichlidae family. He is from rivers and lakes in the south of the United States, notably in Texas and Louisiana. The Cichlasoma Texas is a robust and well proportioned fish, with a wide head and a powerful mouth. It can reach a length of about 20 centimeters, although adult specimens are generally smaller. The body of the Cichlasoma Texas is covered with small smooth and shiny scales, with a gray-blue color on the back and flanks, and a white color at the base of the caudal fin. The caudal fin itself is often bordered with black, which gives it a distinctive appearance.

The Cichlasoma Texas is a territorial and gregarious fish that lives in groups in the shallow waters of rivers and lakes. The males are generally larger and more colored than females, with a more intense coloring on their head and their caudal fin. They also tend to be more aggressive and defend their territory against other males. The females, on the other hand, are smaller and have a duller color, with longitudinal strips on their bodies.

The Cichlasoma Texas is an omnivorous fish that feeds mainly on small fish, insects, crustaceans and plants. It can be raised in aquarium, but it needs a space large enough to move and adequate filtration to maintain clean water. Like many fish, the Cichlasoma Texas is sensitive to sudden changes in temperature and water quality, so it is important to maintain a stable environment for it.

In summary, the Cichlasoma Texas is an attractive and adaptable freshwater fish, ideal for aquariums and garden basins. Its robustness and easy reproduction make it a popular choice for beginner and experienced aquariophiles.

Origin

  • Family : Cichlidae
  • Origin : central America

Features

  • Adult size : 15 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 25 - 28 °C
  • pH : 7.2 - 8.6
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 240

Reproduction

Impossible in aquarium.

Contribution

  • Created by : angie
  • Last update : 04/12/2022

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