Minkley's cichlid (Herichthys minckleyi)

Scientific name: Herichthys minckleyi Kornfield & Taylor, 1983

The Minkley's cichlid (Herichthys minckleyi) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 23–25°C (73–77°F). Native range: North America, Atlantic slope, endemic to Cuatro Cienegas, Mexico.

Minkley's cichlid care at a glance

Temperature: 23–25°C (73–77°F)

Biology

Aquarium conditions: pH=8, H=50, 24?C water temperature, omnivore, egg layer, needs plant and rock cover, not easy to raise in tanks. Feeds on snails and small fishes.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Herichthys minckleyi
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 17.5
Environment: Freshwater; benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: North America: Atlantic slope, endemic to Cuatro Cienegas, Mexico.
Conservation status (IUCN): Vulnerable (VU) (A1ce+2ce, B1+2c)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)