Midas cichlid

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf fish
gptkbp:annualVisitors fast growth rate
gptkbp:behavior territorial
moderate to high
lay eggs on flat surfaces
gptkbp:breedingSeason mouthbrooder
mature at 6-12 months
can breed multiple times a year
high if conditions are right
males become more vibrant
nest builders
gptkbp:careInstructions parents protect fry
gptkbp:climate 24-28°C
gptkbp:colors can change color with mood
can indicate stress or health issues
depends on diet and environment
varies from red to orange
varies from yellow to orange
various color variations
gptkbp:commonName gptkb:Midas_cichlid
gptkbp:community_service susceptible to ich and fin rot
gptkbp:communityEvents can show signs of pairing
gptkbp:criteria needs strong filtration system
gptkbp:cultural_significance popular in aquarist culture
gptkbp:diet omnivorous
gptkbp:family Cichlidae
gptkbp:fauna can be kept with larger, non-aggressive fish
gptkbp:fishSpecies popular among hobbyists
gptkbp:food_options prefers sandy or gravel substrate
gptkbp:frequency 2-3 times a day
gptkbp:fuel_capacity minimum 75 gallons
requires hiding spots
gptkbp:genus Amphilophus
gptkbp:habitat freshwater lakes and rivers
gptkbp:healthcare requires large tank
both parents guard the nest
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Midas cichlid
gptkbp:interactsWith can be friendly with regular handling
gptkbp:lifespan up to 15 years
gptkbp:lighting prefers subdued lighting
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular water changes
gptkbp:market widely available in pet stores
gptkbp:nativeTo gptkb:Central_America
gptkbp:origin Nicaragua_and_Costa_Rica
gptkbp:range 6.5-8.5
gptkbp:revenue has long dorsal and anal fins
gptkbp:scientificName gptkb:Amphilophus_citrinellus
gptkbp:size up to 12 inches
small, around 5-7 mm at hatching
gptkbp:socialStructure can be kept in pairs or groups
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives not endangered
gptkbp:team can be aggressive
gptkbp:territory common during breeding season
gptkbp:waterQuality 5-20 dGH