Spot Cheek Cichlid (Thorichthys maculipinnis)

Remarks: Spot cheek cichlids (Thorichthys maculipinnis; formerly Thorichthys ellioti) share a common ancestor with firemouths, one of the most popular cichlids in the world. You can treat them the same as you would a firemouth - a 40-gallon tank or larger will suffice for a pair or small group. They can be kept with small or medium Central American cichlids as well as peaceful South American cichlids. Livebearers such as swordtails make for excellent dithers in a breeding tank.

Scientific Name: Thorichthys maculipinnis

Common Name: Spot Cheek Cichlid

Max Size: 6"

pH: 6.0-8.0

Hardness: Hard

Temperature: 70-82°

Aggressiveness: Semi-Aggressive

Region of Origin: Central America

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Flake or pellet, frozen and live food

Compatibility: Semi-aggressive cichlids, large tetras, livebearers

Tank Mate Options:

• Nicaraguan Cichlid
• Black Convict Cichlid
• Salvin's Cichlid