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| Family: |
CICHLIDAE |
| Species: |
Hemichromis bimaculatus |
| Common Name: |
Jewel cichlid, Jewelfish |
| Size: |
Up to 5 inches (12 cm) |
| Habitat: |
WEST AFRICA: Widely distributed from Senegal to
the Congo |
| Min Tank Size: |
55 gallon or larger. |
| Diet: |
Carnivorous, will accept most prepared foods. Include
some chunks of fish or beef heart. |
| Behavior: |
Highly Aggressive. |
| Water: |
70 - 74°F (21-23°C);pH range: 6.5
– 7.5; dH range: 4 - 16 |
| Care: |
Easy. Will adapt to most water conditions. |
| Communities: |
Bad. |
| Suitability: |
Some experience needed. |
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