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Silver Cichlid - (Vieja argentea)

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Silver Cichlid - (Vieja argentea)
Fish Details, Description and Information Below:

🐟 Silver Cichlid – (Vieja argentea) – Stunning Central American Cichlid

The Silver Cichlid (Vieja argentea) is a large, powerful, and visually striking Central American species known for its brilliant silver-white body covered in black speckles, which intensify with age. Native to the rivers and lagoons of southern Mexico and Guatemala, this fish develops a high-bodied profile and a nuchal hump in mature males, making it an impressive display specimen.

While beautiful, Silver Cichlids are highly territorial and can be aggressive, especially during breeding, so they are best kept with similarly large, robust tankmates.


🔎 Quick Facts – Silver Cichlid (Vieja argentea)

  • 📛 Common Names: Silver Cichlid, White Cichlid, Argentea Cichlid
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Vieja argentea
  • 🌍 Origin: Southern Mexico & Guatemala – Grijalva and Usumacinta River systems
  • 🎨 Appearance: Shimmering silver-white body with black speckles, high body shape, males may develop a nuchal hump
  • 📏 Max Size: 12–14 inches (30–35 cm)
  • 💎 Rarity: Occasionally available in the aquarium trade

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔️ Territorial and aggressive, especially during breeding
  • 🐟 Best kept with other large, equally robust cichlids
  • 🛡 Active and commanding presence in the aquarium

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 125+ gallons for a pair, larger for community setups
  • 🌊 Strong filtration to handle bio-load of large cichlids
  • 🪵 Provide rocks, driftwood, and sturdy décor to create territories
  • 💡 Moderate lighting to enhance silver coloration

💧 Water Parameters – Silver Cichlid Care

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

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous

  • 🐟 High-quality cichlid pellets
  • 🦐 Frozen shrimp, krill, and fish
  • 🥬 Blanched vegetables like spinach and zucchini
  • 🐛 Worms and insect larvae as occasional treats
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📋 Silver Cichlid Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Southern Mexico & Guatemala
📏 Max Size 12–14 inches
😇 Temperament Aggressive, territorial
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 7.0–8.0
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Experienced cichlid keepers

✨ Highlight:

  • The Silver Cichlid is a bold, high-impact display fish with a gleaming silver body and assertive personality—ideal for large, well-planned Central American cichlid setups.
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