The Cockatoo Cichlid is a semi aggressive, colorful African Cichlid. They should be kept in larger tanks that are heavily planted and have lots of hiding places. They are on the peaceful side and shouldn’t be kept with more aggressive cichlids.
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Category: New World Cichlid
Common Names: Cockatoo Cichlid
Scientific Name: Apistogramma cacatuoides
Family: Cichlidae
Minimum Tank Size: 30 Gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Max Size: 4 Inches
Temperature: 76-86 F
pH: 5.5-7.0
Tank Level: Bottom to Middle
Colors: Orange, Tan, Black, Red
Diet: Carnivore
Breeding: Difficult
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