The colours of Mayan Cichlids in breeding dress may also vary slightly. $24.95. Mayaheros urophthalmus reaches a maximum length of 39.4 cm. This fish is one of the larger cichlids. MFK Member. We have 380-aquariums with lots-and-lots of popular aquarium fish plus lots-and-lots of rare fish! Food: New Life Spectrum “Cichlid Formula” found under Fish Foods. For now i have a question regarding the confusion between Red Terrors and the Mayan cichlids. Im just Not 100% sure this time and would like some of your opinions! new to the site! heres the photos as i see you need one post to add links. I stick to the cichlid section on Aquaria Central. Beautiful Convict Parrot Cichlid Fish 1-2 Inches Imported From Thailand. What are the chances that the online cichlids also turn out to be mayan cichlids instead of red terror?? The Red Terror Mayan Cichlid is of Mexican origins, and is known by the scientific name Amphilophus urophthalmus. they have always been helpful and corrected me when i was wrong just as I've done for them. Arizona Aquatic Gardens By designed Invigilo LLC, Howdy Friends! This is a question too often ignored in my humble opinion. 2008). by Nano Cichlids » Mon Sep 20, 2010 9:23 pm, by Nano Cichlids » Mon Sep 20, 2010 9:24 pm, by Nano Cichlids » Mon Sep 20, 2010 10:30 pm, by marinerm10 » Tue Sep 21, 2010 11:00 am, Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 9 guests, Discussion regarding only Central American Cichlid species. The scales of the Blue Acara have a blue-green iridescent sheen giving the fish a blush tinge. now my LFS is very reliable they have respect for me and i have respect for them. Size is not guaranteed, we try to size the fish as accurately as possible but size can vary so much depending on how long we have had the fish. Largest measured by Commission scientists was 12.6 inches and weighed 1.5 pounds, but may reach larger sizes as the IGFA world record is listed at 15 inches and 2.5 pounds; maximum reported age is 7 years. Ill be posting some of my other Central American and Southern American Cichlids. Order a box of happiness Today! $6. I bought a small 1in 'Red Terror' from my LFS quite some time ago. Shop our extensive listings for Central American cichlids now! Mayaheros urophthalmus, also known as the Mayan cichlid or Mexican mojarra is a species of cichlid found in Mid Festae - aka "Red Terror" - reach sizes upwards of 50 cm (female) and 38 cm (male). 4 years ago. If you are a breeder (either commercially or as a hobbyist who gives away young fish to other hobbyists) then you will need the resources to move fish into breeding tanks in order to maximize the yield of fry that will grow up either for sale or to give them away. You can distinguish between the male and female fish, the size being the first factor. Facebook page opens in new window Instagram page opens in new window now my LFS is very reliable they have respect for me and i have respect for them. Cichlids. Mayan Red Terror Cichlid. Well back on topic my little guy seems to look more like a Mayan Cichlid which isn't a problem to me i love both species Red Terror and Mayans I've kept both. Origin: Mexico to Central America. It likes places with strong water flow and swims in the middle waters closer to the bottom, it hides in dentings and pits under snags where tree branches hang above the water. i understand this mistake as they were young when given to them and had nothing but the sellers word to live on. I got them when they were only about two inches long. She'll top out around 8" in 18-24 months from now. https://cichlidtips.com/mayan-cichlid-everything-you-need-to-know Ill be posting some of my other Central American and Southern American Cichlids. I bought a small 1in 'Red Terror' from my LFS quite some time ago. The Acara Cichlid has an oval body and a very broad forehead that narrows towards its back. bluedempsey Blue Tier VIP. Hello all! Origin: Mexico to Central America Very active and will make a grea… We consider ourselves to be the link between the world's best sources of fish and the world best customers. Food: New Life Spectrum “Cichlid Formula” found under Fish Foods. The female fish truly lives up to its name in color and aggression. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Mayan Red Terror Cichlid Live Freshwater Aquarium Fish at the best online prices at eBay! How to Catch Mayan Cichlid You can catch almost any mojarra species using a 2lb test line but go for a 4lb to 6lb one if you are fishing heavy cover which will usually be the case. "Yes Ma'am. pH:6.8 to 7.0. dH: 2 to 18o. The Mayan Cichlid also has a broken lateral line and 6-8 vertical bars on its body which can vary in color and vibrancy. $1. Very active and will make a great addition to your South American Cichlid tank! dH: 2 to 18o The growth rate of Green Terror Cichlids is fairly average for this family of fish. Red Terrors become sexually mature at about 3 to 4 inches in length and will begin to show different coloration's, with the females retaining the look of the juvenile Red Terror while the male will lose the the black bars and develop a light iridescent green body, with a reddish blush to the throat and belly areas. For now i have a question regarding the confusion between Red Terrors and the Mayan cichlids. 5" MASSIVE Assorted Cobalt Afra Mbuna African Cichlid (AWESOME SIZE!) © All rights reserved. An excellent fish, should be kept as male and female in larger tanks when they reach sizes 20+ cm. In about three months they've grown four inches. pH:6.8 to 7.0 By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of data and cookies. Typically 8” in captivity. Are you keeping tropical fish as a hobbyist or as a breeder? Mayan’s have a black spot with a turquoise border, Peacock Bass have a black spot with a yellow border and Oscars have a black spot with red border. When they are shipped, these fish are usually about 1.5” long. They are both super aggressive and territorial, and a 6' tank just isn't enough territory for 2 aggressive cichlids that get really large. Cichlids - New World Cichlids Aquarium Fish. This species can get up to 12 inches long in the wild, and some owners have gotten theirs to surpass 10 inches in big home tanks. Size: Males: up to 18” in wild, Females up to 12”. A minimum of at least 75 gallons is advisable for a pair. I'd like a large tri-mac please. pH:6.8 to 7.0. dH: 2 to 18o. Sep 20, 2005 #5 this is a complete guess but i'm leaning toward female that is how mine looked at that size. Our family’s farm is indeed shipping Livestock & Plants proactively! Apr 6, 2005 1,305 1 343 38 Monster's r us. We use data about you for a number of purposes explained in the links below. Here's a look at my green terror cichlids! That is a False Red Terror, not the true one. reply #17. debcc. Beautiful habitats designed for Ultimate Instant Jungle! We’re here to take loving care of your orders! If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Please read our Shipping Schedule for details. That is a female. We use cookies to improve your experience on this website and so that ads you see online can be tailored to your online browsing interests. Maybe if you found a reputable breeder. True Red Terror vs. False (Mayan): The Festae is usually confused with the Mayan cichlid (Amphilophus urophthalmus). The male fish will have blue dots on its body. Minimum quantity for “Terror – Red Terror Mayan Cichlid” is 6. thanks all! Species Status Nonnative; View All Species ; Appearance. I don't think it would be a good idea to put a Festae (red terror) with a jag in a 125G as adults, regardless of gender. Broken lateral line and turquoise ring on the tail are diagnostic; general coloration includes 6-8 bars that can be faint or dark; body color varies greatly in intensity sometimes with bright red on the chin, throat, and breast; has both spiny and soft dorsal fins and a rounded caudal fin. Just like other cichlids from South America, the green terror cichlid also requires a lot of space and at least 30-40 gallons for a single fish. Temp:77-84F We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. A much larger aquarium will be required if you plan on keeping them with other large fish. Got one to sell? Minimum quantity for “Terror – Red Terror Mayan Cichlid” is 6. It also can be seen as invading species in Singapore waters. Mayan Cichlid, Mexican Mojarra, Mojarra Castarrica Synonyms Nandopsis urophthalmus Sexing Among fish of the same age, the males tend to be a bit larger than the females. I think it's a pretty nice fish myself. Common Name(s): Mayan Cichlid, 'False' Red Terror: Geo. Jul 21, 2019 - Mayan cichlids for sale (Mayaheros urophthalmus) online with expedited shipping. favorite this post Dec 23 RED TERROR FESTAE CICHLID FRY 1" + $6 (orc > Fountain Valley) pic hide this posting restore restore this posting. They are great fish, but are extremely aggressive!!! Mayan Red Terror Cichlid Size is about 1 - 1.5 inches or so. In the wild red terror cichlid is encountered in waters located in the West of South America from Río Esmeraldas river (Ecuador) to Río Tumbes river basin (Peru). When they are shipped, these fish are usually about 1.5” long. they had a beautiful pair of Trimac Cichlids labeled as Flower horns the other day which i corrected them on. ❤️, Cichlids – African Cichlids Aquarium Fish, Cichlids – New World Cichlids Aquarium Fish, Labyrinth Fish – Betta, Gourami, Badis, Paradise Fish, Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp, Crayfish & Lobsters. Temp:77-84F. These fish have a unique look, which features red and gold coloring, as well as eight black bands that run up and down the length of its body. 4"-5" LARGE PLATINUM WHITE PINK MALE Convict Cichlids GRADE AAA (hump growing) $19.95. Common names include Mayan cichlid(English), Mexican mojarra (English), orange tiger (English), castarrica (Spanish), and schwanzfleckbuntbarsch (German). 3" ULTRA RARE Red Shoulder Tiger "Curare" Severum Generation F1. The fish feeds mainly near the bottom with crustac… This is a better pic of my Mayan cichlids. (Guapotes, Jack Dempseys, Red Devils, Firemouths, Convicts, Texas Cichlids, etc.). Origin: South Mexico, Guatemala: Diet: Omnivore: Gender Differences: Monomorphic: Breeding: Substrate Spawner: Temperament: Aggressive: Conspecific Temperament: Highly Aggressive: Maximum Size: 12" Temperature: 72 - 80°F: pH: 6.8 - 8.2: Water Hardness: Hard: Difficulty: 2 $37.95. I stick to the cichlid section on Aquaria Central. Amphilophus urophthalmus is the latin name. Please ask if you need to know the current size. It is also one of the most abundant fish in angler catches in some Everglades canals (Shafland et al. The body is oval and flattened on the sides and the head is tapering towards the mouth. Get it in front of 160+ million buyers. Mayan Cichlid- Small 1" to 2" RED TERROR FESTAE CICHLID FRY 1" +/-$6 (orc > Fountain Valley) pic hide this posting restore restore this posting. However, this isn’t a fish that we recommend working up to a large tank as they grow. Mayan Red Terror Cichlid Size is about 1 - 1.5 inches or so. From what I've read, your chances of getting the wrong one again are pretty good since even the fish farms seem to be distributing them as the wrong species. So all the massive cichlids like the Wolf cichlid and Umbee cichlids just aren’t reasonable choices because even though they are perfect wet pet material, they just get WAY to big for most cichlid keepers. $50.00. The Mayan, like its cousins, the Peacock Bass and Oscars, are Cichlids and all have a spot on their tail. Also goes by Mayan cichlid and Uro. "Welcome to McDonald's, may I take your order?" 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