Description
Remarks: Azul peacock bass (Cichla piquiti) get very large when mature and should not be housed in tanks smaller than 200 gallons.
Scientific Name: Cichla piquiti
Common Name: Azul Peacock Bass
Max Size: 20″
pH: 6.0-8.0
Hardness: Moderate
Temperature: 70-82°
Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive
Region of Origin: South America
Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred
Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food
Compatibility: Large South American cichlids, large catfish, large plecos
Tank Mate Options:
L097 Polka Dot Cactus Pleco
Chocolate Cichlid
Tiger Oscar