Texas Cichlid
The Texas Cichlid, Herichthys carpintis can be found in southern Texas and northern Mexico. In older literature, it may be listed as Cichlasoma carpintis. In the wild they can reach up to 11 inches, but most aquarium specimens will be 4 to 8 inches in length. The body color is silver/gray with pearly golden spotting, and several larger black markings in the tail region. The Texas Cichlid is fairly territorial and may not tolerate others of its kind in the same aquarium. As with most New World cichlids, the Texas will constantly dig in the substrate and rearrange the décor to its liking. It is difficult to sex this fish, though during spawning, most males will develop a nearly solid black back one-half of their body. Older males may develop a cranial hump. As an omnivore, the Texas Cichlid will accept most prepared foods and smaller live foods, especially worms. They will require frequent partial water changes and good filtration to keep them healthy. Tankmates should be too large to eat but not overly aggressive. Fish such as Bala Sharks, Tinfoil Barbs, Larger Gouramis, Larger Silver Dollars and Rainbow Fish can make good tank mates.
Approximate arrival size for Texas Cichlid: Small: 1 to 2 inches
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