Firemouth Cichlid Care Guide
Thorichthys meeki · Easy care · 30 gallon minimum
A Central American cichlid that flares a fiery-red throat to bluff rivals; mostly bluster, big personality.
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How big does a firemouth cichlid get?
A firemouth cichlid (Thorichthys meeki) reaches about 6.0 inches as an adult. Plan tank size and tank mates around the adult size, not the small fish you buy at the store.
Tank size & setup
Give a firemouth cichlid a minimum of 30 gallons, with water at 75–86°F and a pH of 6.5–8. As a easy-care, omnivore species, a stable, cycled tank with the right diet keeps them healthiest.
Good tank mates
Pair a firemouth cichlid with peaceful species that share its temperature and pH range. Compatible options include:
- Neon Tetra — 1.5", 10g min
- Guppy — 2.0", 10g min
- Molly — 4.0", 20g min
- Platy — 2.5", 10g min
- Zebra Danio — 2.0", 10g min
About the firemouth cichlid
The firemouth cichlid is a species of cichlid fish native to Central America. They occur in rivers of the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico, south through Belize and into northern Guatemala.
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