Sajica Cichlid

Amatitlania sajica

Also known as: T-bar Cichlid, T-bar Convict

A small Central American cichlid named for the black T-shaped bar on its side, with blue and red fin accents.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–82°F

pH

7–8

Hardness

6–20 dGH

Max size

4.5 in

Min tank

30 gal

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Social

Pairs

Swim level

Mid-bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

8-10 years

Breeding

Cave spawner

Suitability

Common

Origin

Pacific slope of Costa Rica

One of the calmer convict relatives, but still territorial when breeding. Give a pair 30 gallons or more with caves and rockwork. Tolerates a wide range of water and breeds readily. Keep with robust, similar-sized tankmates.