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Blood Jewel Cichlid

Hemichromis sp.

Blood Jewel Cichlid (Hemichromis sp.) aquarium profile: minimum 40 gallon tank, 5 inch adult size, 74-80°F temperature range, and moderate care. Can usually be planned as a single specimen or small group depending on temperament.

TerritorialHigh energyFlashyModerate care
Blood Jewel Cichlid aquarium fish
40 galMinimum tank
5 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
74-80°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6.5-7.8
GH
5-15 dGH
KH
2-10 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Assertive
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
4/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore/carnivore
Diet difficulty
2/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

Aggressive cichlid; compatibility depends heavily on tank size, layout, and backup separation plans.

assertive or territorialaggressive cichlidspecies only riskneeds review
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