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Red Tiger Motaguense - (Parachromis motaguensis)
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🐟 Red Tiger Motaguense – (Parachromis motaguensis) – Striking and Powerful Central American Cichlid for Sale

The Red Tiger Motaguense (Parachromis motaguensis) is a bold and beautiful large predatory cichlid native to Honduras and Guatemala. Known for its vivid red-orange body, black vertical barring, and striking iridescent blue/green spangling, this species is both a visual showpiece and a highly intelligent predator.

Motaguense cichlids are powerful, territorial, and best suited for experienced keepers who can provide them with the space, diet, and tankmates they require.


🔎 Quick Facts – Red Tiger Motaguense (Parachromis motaguensis)

  • 📛 Common Names: Red Tiger Motaguense, Motaguense Cichlid, False Jaguar Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Parachromis motaguensis
  • 🌍 Origin: Honduras and Guatemala
  • 🎨 Appearance: Red-orange base with dark barring and blue/green iridescent flecks
  • 📏 Max Size: 12–14 inches (30–35 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; often wild-caught or selectively bred for enhanced red coloration

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Highly aggressive and territorial, especially during breeding
  • 🐟 Predatory—will eat smaller tankmates that fit in its mouth
  • 👫 Can be kept as a bonded pair, but mate aggression is common
  • 🪵 Extremely intelligent and responsive to owners

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 125+ gallons for a single, 180+ gallons for a pair
  • 🪵 Large rocks, caves, and driftwood for territory
  • 🌿 Plants should be hardy or artificial (may be uprooted)
  • 💡 Moderate lighting to enhance colors
  • 🌊 Strong filtration for heavy bio-load

💧 Water Parameters – Red Tiger Motaguense Care

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

🍽️ Diet – Carnivorous Predator

  • 🦐 Frozen shrimp, krill, and fish fillets
  • 🪱 Earthworms, insect larvae, and high-protein pellets
  • 🚫 Avoid feeder fish to prevent parasites/disease

📋 Red Tiger Motaguense Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Honduras, Guatemala
📏 Max Size 12–14 inches (30–35 cm)
😇 Temperament Aggressive, predatory
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons single, 180+ pair
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Carnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Experienced large cichlid keepers

✨ Highlight:

  • The Red Tiger Motaguense is a ferocious yet breathtakingly colorful predator that thrives in large, well-structured aquariums with keepers who appreciate its commanding presence and fiery personality.
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