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Green Umbee/Turquoise Cichlid - (Kronoheros Umbriferum)

Green Umbee/Turquoise Cichlid - (Kronoheros Umbriferum)

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Green Umbee/Turquoise Cichlid - (Kronoheros Umbriferum)
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🐟 Green Umbee / Turquoise Cichlid (Kronoheros umbriferum)

The Green Umbee, also known as the Turquoise Cichlid, is a large, striking cichlid native to Central America. Renowned for its vibrant turquoise-green coloration and bold patterning, this species is popular among advanced aquarists who can provide ample space and proper care.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Green Umbee, Turquoise Cichlid
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Kronoheros umbriferum
  • 🧬 Family: Cichlidae
  • 🌎 Origin: Central America — Panama and Costa Rica
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 18 inches (45 cm)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Territorial and moderately aggressive
  • 🐟 Intelligent and interactive with owners
  • 🤝 Best kept with large, robust tankmates or in species-only setups
  • 🛑 Not recommended for small or timid fish

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 125 gallons+
  • 🪨 Provide ample rocks, caves, and open swimming space
  • 🌿 Hardy plants recommended if planted, but may be uprooted
  • 💨 Strong filtration and regular water changes essential

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 74–82°F (23–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 7.0–8.0
  • 💧 Moderately hard to hard water

🍽️ Diet

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

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Green Umbee, Turquoise Cichlid
🧬 Scientific Name Kronoheros umbriferum
🌍 Origin Central America — Panama & Costa Rica
📏 Max Size Up to 18 in (45 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Territorial, moderately aggressive
🛁 Tank Size 125+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 74–82°F (23–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🐠 Ideal For Advanced cichlid keepers, large tanks

📝 Snippet

The Green Umbee (Kronoheros umbriferum), or Turquoise Cichlid, is a large and bold Central American cichlid known for its vivid coloration and territorial behavior. Ideal for experienced hobbyists with spacious aquariums.

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