Yellow Firemouth Cichlid

Remarks: Yellow firemouth cichlids (Thorichthys pasionis), also known as black gullet cichlids, can be treated in much the same way as you would a firemouth - a 40-gallon tank or larger will suffice for a pair or small group. They can be kept with small or medium Central American cichlids as well as peaceful South American cichlids. Livebearers such as swordtails make for excellent dithers in a breeding tank.

Scientific Name: Thorichthys pasionis

Common Name: Yellow Firemouth Cichlid

Max Size: 6"

pH: 6.0-8.0

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: Central America

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Semi-aggressive cichlids, large tetras, livebearers

Tank Mate Options:

• Nicaraguan Cichlid
• Black Convict Cichlid
• Salvin's Cichlid