Remarks: Trichromis salvini appear to show strong aggression towards members of their own species, but will be calmed by other cichlids too large to attack and dither fish, such as Swordtails and larger characins.

Scientific Name: Trichromis salvini

Common Name: Salvin's Cichlid

Max Size: 6"

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, larger livebearers.

Tank Mate Options:

• Black Convict Cichlid
• Firemouth Cichlid
• Seven Stripe Cichlid

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