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Rosy Cichlid - (Cryptoheros panamensis)
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🐟 Rosy Cichlid – (Cryptoheros panamensis) – Central American Cichlid for Sale

The Rosy Cichlid (Cryptoheros panamensis) is a hardy and attractive Central American cichlid native to the rivers and streams of Panama. Known for its rosy to salmon-pink coloration accented with subtle vertical bars and a shimmering sheen, this species is both beautiful and manageable in size.

It is well-suited for both species-only setups and carefully planned community aquariums with similarly sized cichlids.


🔎 Quick Facts – Rosy Cichlid (Cryptoheros panamensis)

  • 📛 Common Name: Rosy Cichlid, Panama Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Cryptoheros panamensis
  • 🌍 Origin: Panama – freshwater rivers and streams
  • 🎨 Appearance: Compact, oval-shaped body with rosy-pink coloration and faint vertical barring; iridescent highlights on face and fins
  • 📏 Max Size: 4–5 inches (10–13 cm)
  • 💎 Rarity: Occasionally available; usually wild-caught or locally bred

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚠️ Territorial, especially during breeding
  • 👫 Can be kept as a bonded pair or with other robust Central American cichlids
  • 🧠 Intelligent and responsive to keepers
  • 🪵 Will rearrange substrate and decor

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons for a pair
  • 🪵 Provide rockwork, caves, and driftwood for territories
  • 🌿 Hardy plants or floating vegetation can be used, but may be uprooted during digging
  • 💡 Moderate lighting

💧 Water Parameters – Rosy Cichlid Care

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

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous

  • 🐟 Quality cichlid pellets and flakes
  • 🦐 Frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp and bloodworms
  • 🌿 Vegetable matter like spinach, zucchini, and peas
  • 🚫 Avoid feeder fish to prevent disease introduction

📋 Rosy Cichlid Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Panama
📏 Max Size 4–5 inches (10–13 cm)
😇 Temperament Territorial, especially in breeding
🏠 Tank Size 30+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Central American cichlid keepers

✨ Highlight:

  • The Rosy Cichlid is a colorful, moderately sized Central American cichlid that offers vibrant color, interesting behavior, and manageable care, making it a great choice for cichlid enthusiasts with medium-sized aquariums.
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