Biotodoma cupido Rio Negro – The Cupid Cichlid

The Cupid Cichlid (Biotodoma cupido) is an eartheater with a dark eye bar and a distinctive flank spot. This offering is identified as the Rio Negro form. These sociable South American cichlids sift fine sand as they forage and thrive in a mature aquarium with stable, soft water. Choose Small or Large; fish are sold individually.

Biotodoma cupido Rio Negro (Cupid Cichlid) Key Features

• Rio Negro Form: A locality-labelled Cupid Cichlid with a dark eye bar and flank spot.

• Natural Forager: Sifts fine sand in search of small food particles.

• Social Behavior: Keep a group of five to eight in a spacious, suitable aquarium.

• Peaceful Demeanor: Generally peaceful outside breeding, though group hierarchies can develop.

• Two Size Options: Choose Small or Large; each quantity represents one fish.

Biotodoma cupido Rio Negro (Cupid Cichlid) Care Requirements

• Tank Size: A mature aquarium with a footprint of at least 60 × 18 inches (150 × 45 cm), about 80 gallons, for a group. Provide fine sand, driftwood, roots and gentle lighting.

• Water Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C). Maintain stable temperature and excellent water quality.

• pH Range: 5.0–7.0; soft water of approximately 1–5 dGH. Avoid sudden changes.

• Diet: Offer varied fine-grade prepared foods, including some vegetable matter, alongside appropriately sized frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp and mosquito larvae. Feed small portions regularly.

• Tank Mates: Generally peaceful outside breeding. Choose peaceful species with compatible soft-water needs; avoid aggressive or territorial tankmates and fish requiring hard water.

Why Choose Our Biotodoma cupido Rio Negro (Cupid Cichlid)

A group of Cupid Cichlids brings subtle color and natural sand-sifting behavior to a spacious South American aquarium.

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