Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Green Terror's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
pH
6.5 - 8
Temperature
22° - 26 °C
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What to know before you buy.
True to its name, the Green Terror is a large and aggressive cichlid, but also one of the most beautiful, with iridescent green and blue scales and orange-edged fins. They are highly territorial and will redecorate the tank to their liking by uprooting plants and moving substrate. They require a large species tank or to be housed with other large, aggressive cichlids.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Green Terror healthy in a South African setup.
Size the aquarium to Green Terror's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 22–26°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Green Terror is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Green Terror is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Green Terror vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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Species that typically work alongside Green Terror in a similar setup.
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Peacock Cichlid
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Discus
Symphysodon aequifasciatus