
Topaz Cichlid
Cryptoheros myrnae
CichlidsFreshwaterSemi-AggressiveBottom DwellerCommunity Safe
Care Sheet
Volume
Length
Temp
Temperature
23–26°C
pH Range
7-8.5
Min Tank Size
81 L
Max Adult Size
10 cm
Bioload Weight2/10
Special requirements
Oxygenation & Flow
Native to swiftly flowing Costa Rican streams. High dissolved oxygen levels and moderate water movement are essential.
Breeding Cave
Requires a cave or cave-like structure for spawning. Both parents become highly aggressive when guarding the site.
Dietary Fiber
Needs a balanced diet including vegetable matter (Spirulina, peas, or blanched greens) to maintain digestive health.
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