I just obtained a couple of Firemouth cichlids. The guy I bought two used tanks from gave them to me. He said they are a breeding pair but always eat their young. The male is about twice as big as the female. Is that normal? Never had any central american cichlids before. Mosly a catfish guy. They aren't something I would have gone out and bought so I've never done any research on them. But now that I have them I may as well live and learn. I am just wondering what I am in for.
Firemouth cichlids
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There are quite a few cichlid species where the males are larger and have more finnage as well. I used to keep Firemouths. They are fairly peaceful (for cichlids). They don't get very large (about 5 inches), and are easy to keep and breed.
Like most cichlids, they will eat their eggs or young if they feel threatened. Are you planning to keep them alone, or mix them with other fish?
Like most cichlids, they will eat their eggs or young if they feel threatened. Are you planning to keep them alone, or mix them with other fish?
they are in a 30 with a bare bottom already. With a pot on its side. I had it set up to recieve my 12 plecos I had coming. It was the only tank I could put them in so it seems to have worked out. They are quite skitish and the male keeps pecking at the female. They both spend time in the pot but not both at the same time. The make chases her out. Maybe I need a larger pot.
