Firemouth Meeki Cichlid - Regular

Firemouth Meeki Cichlid Thorichthys meeki Origin Central America Care Level Moderate Temperament Semi-Aggressive Size 6 inches Min Housing 55-75 gallon Diet Omnivorous Live Plant Compatible No Temp 70-75°F Sexual Dimorphism Yes Average Age 10 years Special Water Conditions Pictures are for reference only, there will be variations in size and color of individual animals.   Firemouth meeki cichlids are usually purchased as smaller juveniles, but will grow to 6" at maturity. They are a semi-aggressive fish and mated pairs are especially territorial, so it is recommended to keep them alone, as a single mated pair, or in a larger aquarium with other similarly-sized semi-aggressive cichlids. Firemouth meeki cichlids are sexually dimorphic; males tend to be brighter-colored than females and males have more pointed dorsal and anal fins.