Chocolate Cichlid - (Hypselecara temporalis)
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NORTH ARLINGTON,
United States
Dec 17, 2025
Wonderful
Chocolate Cichlid - (Hypselecara temporalis)
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:
🐟 Chocolate Cichlid – (Hypselecara temporalis)
The Chocolate Cichlid, also known as the “Emerald Cichlid,” is a peaceful and moderately sized freshwater fish native to South America. Its warm brown and green coloration makes it a beautiful addition to community tanks with similarly sized and temperament fish.
🌊 Habitat & Care
- 🌎 Origin: South America (Amazon Basin, Venezuela, Brazil)
- 🏠 Tank Size: 55+ gallons
- 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
- 💧 pH Range: 6.0–7.5
- 🪴 Tank Setup: Planted tank with driftwood and open swimming areas
🍽️ Diet
- 🍤 Omnivorous: Eats flakes, pellets, live and frozen foods such as brine shrimp and bloodworms
⚖️ Temperament
- ⚖️ Generally peaceful but can be territorial during breeding
- 🤝 Best kept singly or in pairs with compatible tankmates
🧠 Behavior & Special Considerations
- 📏 Size: Up to 8 inches (20 cm)
- 🧼 Requires stable water conditions and regular maintenance
📋 At a Glance
| 🔖 Scientific Name | Hypselecara temporalis |
|---|---|
| 🐟 Common Name | Chocolate Cichlid |
| 🌎 Origin | South America |
| 📏 Size | Up to 8 inches (20 cm) |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 75–82°F (24–28°C) |
| 💧 pH Range | 6.0–7.5 |
| 🐟 Temperament | Generally peaceful, territorial in breeding |
| 🏠 Tank Size | 55+ gallons |
| 🍽️ Diet | Omnivore |
💡 The Chocolate Cichlid is a peaceful, moderately sized cichlid perfect for community aquariums with stable conditions.
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