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Red-Spotted Cichlid - (Vieja Bifasciatum) "Rio Chacamax"

Red-Spotted Cichlid - (Vieja Bifasciatum) "Rio Chacamax"

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Jul 1, 2024
Smaller fish stay with him, perhaps for protection?
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Red-Spotted Cichlid - (Vieja Bifasciatum) "Rio Chacamax"
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🐟 Red-Spotted Cichlid – (Vieja bifasciatum) "Rio Chacamax" – Colorful and Robust Central American Cichlid for Sale

The Red-Spotted Cichlid (Vieja bifasciatum "Rio Chacamax") is a stunning Central American cichlid known for its brilliant red spotting across the body, contrasted against a metallic base color that can shift from gold to green depending on mood and maturity. Originating from the Rio Chacamax in Mexico, this fish is both hardy and highly territorial, making it best suited for experienced cichlid keepers with large aquariums.

With proper care, these fish develop intense coloration and can live for many years, becoming the dominant centerpiece of any large cichlid tank.


🔎 Quick Facts – Red-Spotted Cichlid (Vieja bifasciatum "Rio Chacamax")

  • 📛 Common Names: Red-Spotted Cichlid, Rio Chacamax Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Vieja bifasciatum "Rio Chacamax"
  • 🌍 Origin: Mexico – Rio Chacamax
  • 🎨 Appearance: Metallic gold/green body with vibrant red spotting and darker facial markings
  • 📏 Max Size: 12–14 inches (30–35 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; mostly wild-caught or specialty-bred

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Highly territorial and aggressive, especially when breeding
  • 🐟 Best kept with other large, robust Central American cichlids
  • 👫 Forms monogamous breeding pairs
  • 🪵 Intelligent and responsive to keepers

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 125+ gallons for a pair
  • 🌿 Sandy substrate with large rocks and driftwood for territories
  • 🪵 Open swimming space with sight breaks to reduce aggression
  • 💡 Moderate lighting to showcase colors
  • 🌊 Strong filtration to handle heavy bio-load

💧 Water Parameters – Red-Spotted Cichlid Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 7.0–8.0
  • 💧 Hardness: Moderately hard to hard water

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous (Vegetable-Rich)

  • 🌾 High-quality cichlid pellets with spirulina
  • 🦐 Frozen krill, shrimp, and mysis
  • 🪱 Worms and insect larvae (as treats)
  • 🥬 Blanched spinach, zucchini, or peas

📋 Red-Spotted Cichlid Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Mexico – Rio Chacamax
📏 Max Size 12–14 inches (30–35 cm)
😇 Temperament Aggressive/territorial
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous, vegetable-rich
🎯 Ideal For Experienced cichlid keepers with large tanks

✨ Highlight:

  • The Red-Spotted Cichlid "Rio Chacamax" is a striking, powerful Central American species with intense coloration and a bold personality—ideal for aquarists with the space and experience to meet its needs.
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