Convict Cichlid

Amatitlania nigrofasciata

Formerly: Archocentrus nigrofasciatus, Cichlasoma nigrofasciatum

A tough, striped cichlid that breeds at the drop of a hat and defends its fry fiercely.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–82°F

pH

6.5–8

Hardness

8–20 dGH

Max size

5 in

Min tank

40 gal

Temperament

Aggressive

Social

Pair

Swim level

All

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

8-10 years

Breeding

Egg-depositor

Suitability

Common

Origin

Central America

Convicts are hardy and full of personality but extremely territorial, especially when spawning. Keep them with robust tankmates or as a species tank.