Firemouth Cichlid

Thorichthys meeki

A silver cichlid that flares a fiery red throat to bluff rivals.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

75–82°F

pH

6.5–8

Hardness

8–20 dGH

Max size

6 in

Min tank

40 gal

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Social

Pair

Swim level

All

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

8-10 years

Breeding

Egg-depositor

Suitability

Common

Origin

Central America (Yucatán)

Firemouths are relatively mild for Central American cichlids and put on a great threat display by puffing out their red throats. Provide caves and territory boundaries.