Jaguar Cichlid

Parachromis managuensis

Also known as: Managuense Cichlid, Aztec Cichlid, Guapote Tigre

A large predatory cichlid with bold jaguar-like black spotting and a huge protrusible mouth.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

75–82°F

pH

7–8.5

Hardness

6–20 dGH

Max size

16 in

Min tank

125 gal

Temperament

Aggressive

Social

Solitary

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Advanced

Lifespan

12-15 years

Breeding

Substrate spawner

Suitability

Advanced

Origin

Atlantic slope of Central America, Honduras to Costa Rica

Males can exceed 16 inches, so plan on 125 gallons or more. Highly aggressive and piscivorous, it will eat any fish it can fit in its mouth. Tankmates must be very large and robust. Needs powerful filtration and heavy decor it cannot move.