Remarks: Cichlasoma ornatus is a rare, colorful cichlid from Colombia and North Ecuador in South America. These are F-1, which means they were born from wild caught parents. The fish for sale are approximately 2.5" in size.

Scientific Name: Cichlasoma ornatus

Common Name:

Max Size: 8-10"

pH: 7.0-8.0

Hardness: Soft

Temperature: 76-82°

Aggressiveness: Peaceful

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Medium schooling fish, similarly sized South American cichlids, catfish, plecos

Tank Mate Options:

• Gymnogeophagus labiatus
• Gymnogeophagus balzanii
• Green Severum

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