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Red Jewel Cichlid (Hemichromis bimaculatus)
Red Jewel Cichlid
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
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Red Jewel Cichlid (Hemichromis bimaculatus)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!

Quick Stats

Care Level Moderate
Temperament Aggressive
Color Form Green, Red
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 72-78° F, KH 4-15, pH 6.5-7.5
Max. Size 5"
Family Cichlidae
Minimum Tank Size 50 gallons
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Care Level Moderate
Temperament Aggressive
Color Form Green, Red
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 72-78° F, KH 4-15, pH 6.5-7.5
Max. Size 5"
Family Cichlidae
Minimum Tank Size 50 gallons
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

The Red Jewel Cichlid Hemichromis bimaculatus is an African Cichlid that is known by many other names including African Jewelfish and the Two Spotted Jewelfish. A reddish orange freshwater fish, it displays a pattern comprised of small bright green spots throughout its body and fins. Three black circular spots along its sides (the first on opercle, the second at midpoint of body, the third on the base of the caudal fin) adds to its attractive presentation. They grow to 5” in length.

It is difficult for aquarists to differentiate between the male and female, so it is best to allow them to form mated pairs (one mated pair per aquarium).

To maintain optimal conditions, start with an aquarium of at least 50 gallons with a sandy substrate. Provide a lot of cover by including caves, tubes, and other hiding places. They will dig in the substrate, so will destroy plants if they are part of the aquarium environment. Water temperatures should be within 72-82° F, pH 6.5-7.5, and dH 4-16. This aggressive species requires a moderate care level.

This member of the Cichlidae family is an omnivore that will accept many types of food including flake food, pellets, brine shrimp, Mysis shrimp, bloodworms, and plankton.

Approximate Purchase Size: 2”

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