Honduran Red Point Cichlid ( Astatheros rostratus )
Honduran Red Point Cichlid ( Astatheros rostratus )
Scientific Name:Astatheros rostratus
Common Name: Honduran Red Point Cichlid
Origin: Native to Central America, specifically found in Honduras and parts of Nicaragua, living in slow-moving rivers and lakes with rocky and sandy bottoms.
Size:
Typically grows up to 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) in length.
Coloration:
The Honduran Red Point Cichlid is known for its vibrant colors, especially during breeding.
The body is generally silver-blue to gray, but males develop a striking red-orange coloration on the fins, gill covers, and throat during breeding season.
They also have red spots and markings on their body, which can intensify with age.
Females usually have a more subdued, pale coloration compared to males.
Tank Size: Minimum 30-40 gallons
Water Temperature:74-82°F (23-28°C)
pH:6.5-7.5
Diet: Omnivorous; will accept high-quality pellets, flakes, live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia, and small insect larvae, along with vegetables like spinach, lettuce, and zucchini.
Temperament: Peaceful but can be territorial and slightly aggressive during the breeding season. They are generally considered less aggressive than many other cichlid species but will assert dominance in their territory.
Compatibility: Best kept with other peaceful to semi-aggressive fish such as larger Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, and other non-aggressive cichlids. Avoid keeping them with smaller or overly aggressive species.
Breeding:Egg-layers; they form strong pair bonds and are relatively easy to breed in captivity. The male will display vibrant red markings to attract the female. The eggs hatch in 2-3 days, and the fry can be fed infusoria or microworms.
Care Tips:
Provide a well-planted tank with rocky structures and open swimming areas.
Keep the water clean with strong filtration and perform regular water changes.
Slightly acidic to neutral water is ideal, so monitor the pH level regularly.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.