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Nautla cichlid - (Hericthys Deppi)
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🐟 Nautla Cichlid (Herichthys deppi)

The Nautla Cichlid is a striking Central American cichlid known for its vibrant colors and bold patterning. This species is semi-aggressive, making it best suited for species-specific or carefully planned community tanks with similarly sized fish. With proper care and water conditions, the Nautla Cichlid can display its full range of colors and patterns, making it a showpiece in any aquarium.


🔎 Quick Facts

  • 📛 Common Name: Nautla Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Herichthys deppi
  • 🎨 Appearance: Olive-green to gray body with vertical bars and bright blue and orange highlights
  • 📏 Max Size: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Semi-aggressive; territorial, especially during breeding
  • 🤝 Can be kept with similarly sized, robust tankmates
  • 🪵 Appreciates rocks, caves, and driftwood for territories
  • 🌙 Active throughout the day

🏠 Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons (larger for pairs or groups)
  • 🪵 Provide plenty of hiding spots, rocks, and caves
  • 🌊 Moderate water flow
  • 💡 Moderate lighting

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 7.0–8.0
  • 💧 Moderate hardness

🍽️ Diet

  • 🐟 Omnivorous: pellets, flakes, frozen or live foods
  • 🌿 Occasional vegetables and plant matter

🔍 Sexing

  • 👨 Males: Larger, more colorful, and may develop nuchal hump
  • 👩 Females: Smaller, slightly less colorful

📋 Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Central America (Mexico)
📏 Max Size 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
😇 Temperament Semi-aggressive, territorial
🏠 Tank Size 55 gallons or more
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous: pellets, frozen/live foods, veggies
🎯 Ideal For Species-specific tanks, Central American cichlid enthusiasts

✨ Snippet:

  • ⚔️ Semi-aggressive and territorial
  • 🪵 Needs rocks, caves, and driftwood for territories
  • 🐟 Omnivorous diet with pellets, live/frozen foods, and veggies
  • 🌡️ Thrives in warm, moderately hard water
  • 🌈 Vibrant colors and patterns, especially in mature males
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