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This Peacock Cichlid grows to a length of 6”. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis fish should be kept in groups of four or six with only one male in the group. An aquarium of a minimum 55 gallons is necessary to house this freshwater fish and should be maintained within a temperature range of 74-82° F, and a pH between 7.5-8.5. The aquarium should have a sandy substrate, as it is a sand sifter. It is important to provide places for it to hide, such as caves formed from rocks or wood. Semi-aggressive if housed with larger peaceful fish, it can be aggressive with others of its own species, as it is territorial. 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It is critical to maintain high water quality and aeration plus strong water movement to ensure the health of the Reticulated Hillstream Loach. A fast-moving, oxygen-rich environment can be achieved through the use of powerheads. Make sure the airline tubing connected to the powerhead inlet is drawing in fresh air. Also, avoid high water temperatures to ensure greater dissolved oxygen content. The Reticulated Hillstream Loach should not be housed in a tropical aquarium setup with water temperatures consistently above 75 degrees Fahrenheit. To create a natural habitat for the Tiger Hillstream Loach, aquascape with ample amounts of river rocks of varying size and shape to replicate a tumbled streambed. Algae and other food items growing on or encrusting the river rock is an essential food source that offers beneficial foraging activity. 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