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Flowerhorn Fish for Sale South Africa

What two fish make a Flowerhorn?

By 1994, red devil cichlids (typically Amphilophus labiatus) and trimac cichlids (A. trimaculatus) had been imported from Central America to Malaysia and the hybrid blood parrot cichlid had been imported from Taiwan to Malaysia. These fish were then bred together, marking the birth of the flowerhorn.

Can I keep 2 Flowerhorns?

Yes. These fishes can live together. It can live with a mate, and also with other Flowerhorn fishes, and even with some other types of fishes. All you need to know is how exactly to keep them together so that they live better and comfortably.

Do Flowerhorns need big tanks?

Males can grow to be 12 inches long and they are a robust, heavy-bodied fish. So, you’re going to need a very large tank to house this fish. 75 gallons (284 liters) is the absolute minimum that I would recommend for a single fish. If you want to keep a pair, a 150 gallon (568 liter) tank would be best.

What size tank do I need for a Flowerhorn?

The minimum recommended tank size for one flowerhorn cichlid is 70 gallons. If you’re looking for a freshwater fish that can fit in an average-sized tank, this is not the fish for you.