Tank setup
A minimum 300L aquarium suits Flowerhorn Cichlid. Use robust décor and sight breaks; territorial species need defined territories.
pH
6.5 - 8
Temperature
26° - 30 °C
Max size
30 cm
Min tank
300 L
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What to know before you buy.
The Flowerhorn Cichlid is a man-made hybrid renowned for its spectacular colours, prominent nuchal hump (kok), and bold, interactive personality. Originally developed in Malaysia from Central American cichlid species, it has become one of the most popular monster fish worldwide. The larger and more symmetrical the nuchal hump, the more valuable the specimen. Flowerhorns are intelligent fish that recognise their owners and can be trained to accept food from hand.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Flowerhorn Cichlid healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 300L aquarium suits Flowerhorn Cichlid. Use robust décor and sight breaks; territorial species need defined territories.
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 26–30°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Flowerhorn Cichlid is carnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for monster fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Flowerhorn Cichlid is generally aggressive. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized aggressive tankmates in monster fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Flowerhorn Cichlid vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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