Are Honduran Red points aggressive?

Honduran Red Points are a nice small sized cichlid with a fairly peaceful demeanor. Though they are often referred to as a type of Convict Cichlid, Honduran Red Points are nowhere near as aggressive, and could be kept with other species of cichlids such as Geophagus or Satanoperca species.

How big do Honduran Red Point cichlids get?

Most Cryptoheros reach about 12cm/5″ for males, with females a bit smaller, but some fishkeepers claim the adult size of these is a bit smaller at around 8cm/3″ tops. Water: Not fussy. Found in moderately hard, alkaline water. Sexing: Fairly easy when the fish are over about 6cm/2″ in length.

What is the black convict?

The Black Convict Cichlid is a beautifully marked cichlid. Sometimes called Zebra Cichlid or Convict Cichlid, this fish has a pattern of black stripes on a grayish background and a greenish tint on the fins. The Black Convict Cichlid is a cave-breeder and will accept a range of water conditions.

How big do convict get?

How Big Do Convict Cichlids Get? You can expect them to normally grow between 3 and 4 inches long but larger males may grow up to 6 inches. This is one of the few fish species where the males are larger than the females. Females can be identified by their smaller size and the single dark spot on their dorsal fins.

How big do Pink Convict cichlids get?

Perfect for beginner aquarists, the Convict Cichlid is a relatively small fish that will grow up to around 15cm in length for males, and around 10cm in length for females.

How big do black belt cichlids get?

12 inches long
That dark bar is how these cichlids get their name: black belt cichlids. These fish usually live to be eight to 12 years old and will grow to be up to 12 inches long.

Do convicts eat their babies?

(As a note, your Convict Cichlid pair may eat their babies the first few spawns. They are new parents and are still trying to figure everything out, this is normal.)

When should I remove convict fry?

If you are able to determine that your cichlids do not typically care for their young it is best to remove the adults from the tank as soon as spawning is complete. When your cichlid fry are first hatched they will not require much space – they will simply need a safe environment in which to spend their first days.

Are Red Devil cichlids aggressive?

Aquarists who keep cichlids regard red devils as aggressive fish. This aggressive behavior combined with their razor sharp teeth and powerful jaws means cohabitants should be chosen carefully and the fish should be kept in a large aquarium.