Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the Red Terror, Cichlasoma festae

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Red Terror

Family:	CHICLIDAE
Species:	Cichlasoma festae
Common Name:	Red Terror
Size:	Up to 10" (25 cm)
Habitat:	Central America: Pacific drainages from the Esmeraldas River in Ecuador to Tumbes River in Peru. .
Min Tank Size:	48 inches (75 gallon for pair)
Diet:	Omnivorous, Relishes live food, but will eagerly accept all types of prepared or frozen foods.
Behavior:	Extremely aggressive and territorial fish.
Water:	Temperature: 77°F to 84°F (25°-29° C), 6.0 to 8.0, Hardness: Medium hard (dH 2.0 - 18.0).
Care:	Easy.
Communities:	Ok with other large and aggressive cichlids, no small fish.
Suitability:	Only if you will meet its' needs.