Krauss' Basketmouth Cichlid

Remarks: Caquetaia kraussii are an aggressive predator that will eat small fish, shrimp, and amphipods. In nature they are found in rivers, swamps, and marshes. They prefer to be in areas with a lot of vegetation. 

Caquetaia kraussii when mature will be yellow in color with a blotch on the operculum. Prominent bars appear when fighting or spawning. 

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Max Size: 12"

pH: 6.0-8.0

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Aggressive

Region of Origin: Colombia

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Semi-aggressive cichlids, large tetras, large livebearers

Tank Mate Options:

• Green Texas Cichlid
• Jack Dempsey Cichlid
• Yellow Jacket Cichlid