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Firemouth Cichlid - (Thorichthys meeki)

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Firemouth Cichlid - (Thorichthys meeki)
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:

🐟 Firemouth Cichlid (Thorichthys meeki)

The Firemouth Cichlid is a vibrant and popular Central American cichlid named for its striking red throat and belly that flare dramatically during displays. Known for its relatively peaceful temperament among cichlids, it’s a great choice for community tanks with compatible species.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Firemouth Cichlid
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Thorichthys meeki
  • 🧬 Family: Cichlidae
  • 🌎 Origin: Central America — Mexico and Belize
  • 📏 Max Size: 6 inches (15 cm)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Semi-aggressive, especially during breeding
  • 💡 Displays bright red coloration on throat and belly when threatened or courting
  • 🤝 Generally peaceful with similarly sized tankmates
  • 🏠 Territorial during spawning

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
  • 🪵 Provide hiding spots with rocks and driftwood
  • 🌿 Hardy plants recommended but may be uprooted
  • 💧 Maintain good water quality with moderate filtration

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–86°F (24–30°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–8.0
  • 💧 Moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

  • Omnivorous — accepts flakes, pellets, frozen foods, and live insects

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Firemouth Cichlid
🧬 Scientific Name Thorichthys meeki
🌍 Origin Mexico, Belize
📏 Max Size 6 inches (15 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Semi-aggressive, territorial during breeding
🛁 Tank Size 30+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–86°F (24–30°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🐠 Ideal For Community tanks with semi-aggressive cichlids

📝 Snippet

  • The Firemouth Cichlid (Thorichthys meeki) is a colorful and moderately peaceful cichlid prized for its fiery red throat display.
  • Ideal for hobbyists seeking an active yet manageable Central American cichlid.
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