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Jaguar Cichlid - (Parachromis managuensis)
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🐟 Jaguar Cichlid – (Parachromis managuensis) – Aggressive Central American Cichlid

The Jaguar Cichlid, also called the Managuense Cichlid, is a large predatory cichlid from Central America. Recognized for its jaguar-like black spots over a silver body, it’s a bold, aggressive species best for experienced aquarists with large aquariums and strong filtration.


🔎 Quick Facts

  • 📛 Common Names: Jaguar Cichlid, Managuense Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Parachromis managuensis
  • 🌍 Origin: Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica
  • 📏 Size: 14–16 inches (35–40 cm)
  • ⏳ Lifespan: Up to 15 years
  • 😈 Temperament: Aggressive, territorial, predatory

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Highly aggressive, especially when breeding
  • 🐟 Best housed alone or with other large, robust cichlids
  • 🦐 Predatory – will eat small fish, shrimp, and inverts
  • 🏊 Active swimmers, constantly patrolling territory

🏠 Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 125+ gallons for a single adult
  • 🪵 Décor: Rocks, driftwood, sturdy caves
  • 🏖️ Substrate: Sand or fine gravel
  • 💡 Lighting: Moderate
  • 💨 Filtration: Heavy-duty, high-capacity (messy eaters)

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚖️ pH: 7.0–8.7
  • 💎 Hardness: 10–15 dGH

🍽️ Diet

  • 🥩 Diet Type: Carnivore / predator
  • 🍤 Foods: High-quality cichlid pellets, frozen fish, shrimp, krill
  • 🚫 Avoid: Feeder fish (risk of parasites & disease)

🐣 Breeding

  • 💑 Form monogamous pairs
  • 🥚 Female lays eggs on flat rock or cave surfaces
  • 👩‍👩‍👦 Both parents fiercely guard eggs & fry
  • ⚔️ Extreme aggression during breeding period

✅ The Jaguar Cichlid is one of the most popular Central American cichlids for advanced hobbyists. Its large size, jaguar-like markings, and bold personality make it a true showpiece for predator aquariums.


📊 Jaguar Cichlid Overview

Feature Details
📛 Common Name Jaguar Cichlid, Managuense Cichlid
🔬 Scientific Name Parachromis managuensis
🌍 Origin Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica
📏 Size 14–16 inches (35–40 cm)
⏳ Lifespan Up to 15 years
😈 Temperament Aggressive, territorial, predatory
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons
💧 Water Range 75–82°F, pH 7.0–8.7, Hardness 10–15 dGH
🍽️ Diet Carnivore – pellets, shrimp, krill, fish

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The Jaguar Cichlid (Parachromis managuensis) is a large, aggressive Central American cichlid with jaguar-like spots. Growing up to 16 inches, it thrives in 125+ gallon aquariums with strong filtration and a protein-rich carnivorous diet. A bold predatory fish, it is best suited for experienced aquarists looking for a dramatic showpiece in large predator tanks.

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