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Hybrid Veija Cichlid

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Hybrid Veija Cichlid
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:

🐟 Hybrid Vieja Cichlid

The Vieja Cichlid is a large, colorful Central American cichlid known for its intricate “window-like” body patterning (hence the name fenestratus, meaning “with windows”). Highly intelligent and often aggressive, this species is a favorite among experienced aquarists who can provide a spacious environment.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Hybrid Vieja Cichlid
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Hybrid - Probably Fenestratus mix.
  • 🧬 Family: Cichlidae
  • 🌎 Origin: Central America—Mexico, Belize, Guatemala
  • 📏 Max Size: 14 inches (35 cm)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Territorial and aggressive—best kept with other large, robust fish
  • 🧠 Intelligent and interactive with owners
  • 🪨 Likes to rearrange substrate and decor
  • 🔍 Can be aggressive during breeding and territorial disputes

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 100 gallons for a single specimen or pair
  • 🪵 Provide large rocks, sturdy decor, and open swimming areas
  • 🌱 Live plants often uprooted—use hardy or artificial plants
  • 💨 Strong filtration to manage high waste output

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
  • ⚗️ pH: 7.0–8.0
  • 💧 Hard, alkaline water preferred

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Fenestratus Cichlid Hybird
🧬 Scientific Name Vieja fenestratus Hybrid
🌍 Origin Mexico, Belize, Guatemala
📏 Max Size 14 inches (35 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Aggressive, territorial
🛁 Tank Size 100+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous—vegetables, pellets, invertebrates
🐠 Ideal For Experienced cichlid keepers, large cichlid setups

📝 Snippet

The Fenestratus Cichlid hybrid (Vieja fenestratus) is a large, striking Central American cichlid with bold patterning and a strong personality. Suitable for experienced keepers with spacious aquariums and compatible tankmates.

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