Cryptoheros nanoluteus

Species name: Cryptoheros nanoluteus

Synonym: Archocentrus nanoluteus; Cichlasoma nanoluteus; Heros nanoluteus

Common name:

Family: Cichlidae

Order: Perciformes

Class: Actinopterygii

Maximum size: 13 cm / 5 inches

Environment: freshwater

Origin: Central America

Temperament: Peaceful

Company: Cryptoheros nanoluteus should only be kept with toher small and timid/calm species. The best company is different livebearers.

Water parameters: Temperature 22-27°C / 72-81°F; pH 7.2 – 8.0

Aquarium setup: Cryptoheros nanoluteus should be kept in a well planted aquarium with a lot of hiding places. Floating plants are appreciated.

Feeding: Cryptoheros nanoluteus accept most food sources but a varied diet is very important.

Breeding: Cryptoheros nanoluteus becomes somewhat aggressive when they are protecting their young. They spawn on an in advanced cleaned flat surface. The female guards the eggs while the male guards the territory around the breeding site.

A real sweet fish

never seen those before,beautiful fish,should think they would be popular if available

Lovely colour and a great shape for a 5 incher.

nice species, also known as yellow convicts to some, there are a small number of breeders down south with these with 1 bloke in cork who has successfully bred them and sold on the fry.