Vieja Synspilum -Quetzal

Quetzal Cichlid is a freshwater fish in the cichlidae family. Also known as the Redhead Cichlid or Firehead Cichlid. The name Quetzal is came from a very colourful Central American birds,because adult Synspilum display a multitude of different colours. Quetzal Cichlid begins to show full colours at around 12cm. Shop Live Fish Online with Coburg Aquarium, we stock ranges of Tropical Fish and Aquarium Supplies.

Features of Quetzal Cichlid:

• The Quetzal Cichlid male has metallic green, blue, pink, and orange scales on its side, a humped forehead and a projected lower jaw
• It is native to Central America
• Quetzal Cichlid eats algae, mostly from underwater logs and tree roots. It uses its sharp teeth to remove algae from wood
• The typical lifespan is10 years

Quetzal Cichlid: Care, Diet and Tank Mates

The Best Aquarium Size for Quetzal Cichlid:

Quetzalcichlids can become quite large. Plan for a tank of at least 200Lor larger. Tank space is important for Redheads as they can be territorial. If you decide to include tank mates it is important to plan for enough space.

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Quetzal Cichlid Tank Mate Compatibility:

Redheads can be territorial even among their own species. Somecompatible tank mates that you can add along:

• Convicts
• Tiger Barbs
• Rosy Barbs

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Quetzal Cichlid Food:

The Quetzal Cichlid is an omnivoreand needs to be kept on a diet of both meaty and green foods, Cichlid Fish Foodcan be

• OSI Cichlid Flakes
• Fish Fuel Frozen Cichlid Food
• Hikari Cichlid Pellet
• Bloodworms
• Dried blackworms
• Brine Shrimp

Quetzal Cichlid Tank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

Successful keeping normally includes mechanical and biological filtration as well as regular water changes.Mild water movement will be appreciated.Here are some great ones to consider:

• 207 Performance Canister Filter By Fluval
• Classic External Canister Filter 2213 (250)By EHEIM
• Aqua One 1000 External Canister Filter

Plants in Cichild Fish Tank

Make sure they have plenty of live plants to hide. You can also add driftwood and Indian almond leaves to add tannins to your water. Interested in Live Plants for your aquariums?Click here to see more Fish Live Plant

Aquarium Decorations

Rocks, driftwoods, coves, pipes, and pots are all good for them to shelter in. Other Ideal Ornaments for your tank could be:

• biOrb Ornaments Collections
• Aqua One Ornaments Collections
• Kazoo Ornaments Collections
• Bonsai Driftwood Collections
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Heater

As the species originates from a warm climate, you should make sure your tank is equipped with an aquarium heaterif necessary.

Aquarium Substrate

Sandy or fine gravel bottom are very ideal for Quetzal Cichlid. A variety ofSubstratesare available at Coburg Aquarium.