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Tailbar Cichlid - (Vieja Hartwegi)
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🐟 Tailbar Cichlid – (Vieja hartwegi) – Large and Colorful Central American Cichlid for Sale

The Tailbar Cichlid (Vieja hartwegi) is a striking Central American cichlid known for its broad vertical tail bar, bold facial markings, and metallic sheen across the body. Native to rivers and lakes in southern Mexico and Guatemala, this species is both beautiful and robust, developing richer coloration with age. Tailbar Cichlids are highly intelligent, display strong personalities, and make excellent centerpiece fish for large aquariums.


🔎 Quick Facts – Tailbar Cichlid (Vieja hartwegi)

  • 📛 Common Name: Tailbar Cichlid, Hartweg’s Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Vieja hartwegi
  • 🌍 Origin: Central America (Mexico, Guatemala)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Metallic silver-to-green body with a bold dark tail bar and iridescent scaling
  • 📏 Max Size: 12–14 inches (30–35 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; valued by large cichlid keepers for unique markings

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Semi-aggressive; territorial during breeding
  • 🐟 Intelligent and interactive with owners
  • 🌿 Compatible with other large, robust Central American cichlids in spacious setups

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 75+ gallons for a single adult
  • 🪵 Provide large rocks, driftwood, and open swimming space
  • 🪨 Décor should be sturdy; fish may dig and rearrange substrate
  • 💡 Moderate to bright lighting enhances natural coloration

💧 Water Parameters – Tailbar Cichlid Care

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

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous Cichlid

  • 🐟 High-quality cichlid pellets
  • 🦐 Frozen krill, shrimp, and bloodworms for protein
  • 🌽 Vegetable matter, spirulina pellets, and blanched vegetables
  • 🚫 Avoid overly fatty foods to maintain health

📋 Tailbar Cichlid Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Central America (Mexico, Guatemala)
📏 Max Size 12–14 inches
😇 Temperament Semi-aggressive
🏠 Tank Size 75+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous – pellets, shrimp, vegetables
🎯 Ideal For Large cichlid aquariums, experienced aquarists

✨ Highlight:
The Tailbar Cichlid is a bold, intelligent, and beautifully marked Central American cichlid, perfect for large aquariums where its striking tail bar and vibrant coloration can truly stand out.

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