Top 7 South American Cichlids For An Aquarium

With Basic Care Guide

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01. Oscar 

Oscar is one of the most intelligent South American Cichlids. They are top of the list because they have great personalities. Oscars are aggressive so they need a large tank

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02. Green Terror

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Green terrors are the big boy. They need a minimum of 25-gallon for only territory.  So start with a larger tank. Jack Dempsey & oscars can be their suitable tank mates

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03. Jack Dempsey

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Jack Dempsey is extremely territorial & aggressive. So don't think to keep them in a small tank anyhow. Try to place lots of caves & hiding spaces to reduce their aggression.

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04. Cockatoo Cichlids

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Cockatoo Cichlids are much smaller than other South American Cichlids. They can be kept in smaller community tank also. Most of the barbs, tetras, and catfish can be their tank mates.

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05. Severum

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This hardy carnivore cichlid can be found in different colors. They are aggressive & should be kept singly in a community tank. An established tank with lots of hiding places are required for them.

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06. Blue Acara

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Blue Acara is one of the most attractive South American Cichlids. They dig substrate & that is their peculiar behavior. They are beginner-friendly but expensive as well.

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07. Ram Cichlids

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The blue ram & Bolivian ram can be the attractive addition to a community tank. They are smaller than other South American Cichlids. They prefer tropical climate.

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