Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Jewel Cichlid's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Where to buy
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Avg. price
R150
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Jewel Cichlids are stunningly beautiful fish, covered in iridescent blue spots over a fiery red body, especially during breeding. However, their beauty is matched by their aggression, which becomes intense when they pair up and spawn. They are best kept in a species-only tank or with other very robust and aggressive fish.
Key traits
aggressive
territorial
medium
moderate
carnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Jewel Cichlid healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–7.8 and 23–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Jewel Cichlid is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Jewel Cichlid is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Jewel Cichlid vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Settling this fish in?
Condition the tap water, seed the filter, test through the first weeks — most early losses trace back to one of those.
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Real pairwise verdicts for Jewel Cichlid, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
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