Firemouth Cichlid

Firemouth Cichlid

Scientific Name: Thorichthys meeki
Maximum Length: Typically 5–6 inches
Favorite Things: Warm, moderately hard freshwater with rockwork, caves, and open swimming space. Firemouths get their name from their brilliant red “fire throat,” which intensifies during displays and breeding. They enjoy a varied diet of pellets, flakes, frozen foods, and occasional live snacks.
Best Buddies: Works well in semi-aggressive community setups with similarly sized Central American cichlids, larger tetras, silver dollars, or robust catfish. Avoid housing with very small tankmates.