Chocolate Cichlid (Hypselecara temporalis)

Chocolate Cichlid (Hypselecara temporalis)Hypselecara temporalis The chocolate cichlid is a large freshwater fish originally from South America. It is favored by aquarium enthusiasts for its calm temperament and ability to cohabitate with other large fish. With proper care and attention, your chocolate cichlid may even become tame enough to take food out of your hand. Tank Selection If you think that the chocolate cichlid will make the perfect aquatic pet, you must first be prepared to

The develop a green sheen across their bodies

scaleless body takes on a soft golden glow

The head growth or hood (also known as wen or crown) may be a prominent growth on the top of the head (cranial region) or may encase the entire face except for the eyes and mouth

Native to East Asia

making tank mate selection difficult:

Sexually mature males show a red-orange color all over the body

larger cichlids

Avoid: Other arowanas

Aggressive predator behavior

Crawfish are low in fat and contain only trace amounts of carbohydrates

Temperament

Live foods (feeder fish