| There are so many tropical fish keepers in this | | | | many people get attached to this cichlid to only |
| hobby today that own or are looking to own the | | | | have it turn on them later and kill everything in |
| red devil cichlid. These fish hold a very special | | | | the tank. If you choose to keep this tropical fish, |
| place in this wonderful hobby. | | | | you will not be disappointed because of their cool |
| The red devil cichlid also known as Amphilophus | | | | personality. |
| labiatus, is originally from Central America. This | | | | Red devil cichlids are territorial and they will |
| cichlid is considered a medium to large cichlid often | | | | protect what they claim as their part of the tank. |
| growing 10-12 inches in their lifetime. Males are | | | | This space will depend on each individual fish. |
| often larger and develop a hump on their head as | | | | Some claim a corner of the tank while others |
| they age. | | | | claim one-half to more than 75% of the tank. |
| Red devil cichlids are often purchased from pet | | | | This cichlid will kill and often eat fish that can fit in |
| stores as a small 2-3 inch fish. Many people bring | | | | their mouths. Do not keep this cichlid with any |
| them home to their tank not knowing the | | | | peaceful smaller fish. |
| personality of this Central American cichlid. This is | | | | I would like for anyone that is interested in this |
| the reason for this article. I would like to enlighten | | | | cool cichlid to please be prepared to give it a tank |
| you on the unique personality of this awesome | | | | of its own or be prepared to find another home |
| cichlid. | | | | for it later if you cannot handle the aggression. |
| Red devil cichlids are extremely aggressive. Often, | | | | These fish make excellent wet pets and will do |
| males will harass and chase females to the point | | | | well in a tank to themselves. |
| of death. Many red devil owners choose to give | | | | The red devil cichlid is often known for jumping |
| this freshwater tropical fish it's own tank because | | | | and leaving out of the water so ensure you have |
| of it's hostility towards other fish. | | | | a tight lid or canopy on the tank. Provide plenty of |
| One should be aware of this aggression if you | | | | cover and hiding spaces for this prized cichlid. |
| plan to keep multiple fish in the aquarium tank. So | | | | |