Three Spot Cichlid

Remarks: Amphilophus trimaculatus, also known as trimac or three spot cichlids, are large aggressive cichlids from Central America. Upon maturity, they show lots of fantastic red and green color. In the wild they will eat small fish and crustaceans.  These fish should be kept with similar sized fish with similar temperaments. Previously these fish were classified as Cichlasoma trimaculatus but have been reclassified as Amphilophus trimaculatus in recent years.

Scientific Name: Amphilophus trimaculatus

Common Name: Trimac Cichlid

Max Size: 15"

pH: 6.0-8.0

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Aggressive

Region of Origin: Central America

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Alone, in pairs, or with similarly sized Central or South American cichlids

Tank Mate Options:

• Green Texas Cichlid
• Jack Dempsey Cichlid
• Cuban Cichlid

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