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Festivus Cichlid
Regular price
$14.98
Scientific Name: Mesonauta festivus
Common Names: Festivus Cichlid, Flag Cichlid
Origin: South America (Amazon and Orinoco River Basins)
Adult Size: 4–6 inches
Lifespan: 6–10 years
Temperament: Peaceful to mildly territorial
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons (larger for groups)
Water Parameters:
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Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
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pH: 6.0–7.5
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Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Tank Setup:
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Well-planted with hiding spots (driftwood, rocks) and open swimming space
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Low to moderate flow with good filtration
-
Dimmable lighting preferred—naturally shy
Diet:
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Omnivorous: high-quality flakes or pellets, plus frozen or live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
-
Occasionally supplement with vegetable matter (blanched spinach, spirulina)
-
Feed once daily
Behavior:
-
Generally peaceful; suitable for community tanks with similar-sized fish
-
Can be kept singly, in pairs, or small peaceful groups
-
May become territorial when breeding
Tips:
-
Great alternative to more aggressive cichlids
-
Prefers calm, stable environments—avoid sudden changes
-
Regular water changes (25–30%) keep stress and disease risk low
Scientific Name: Mesonauta festivus
Common Names: Festivus Cichlid, Flag Cichlid
Origin: South America (Amazon and Orinoco River Basins)
Adult Size: 4–6 inches
Lifespan: 6–10 years
Temperament: Peaceful to mildly territorial
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons (larger for groups)
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
-
pH: 6.0–7.5
-
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Tank Setup:
-
Well-planted with hiding spots (driftwood, rocks) and open swimming space
-
Low to moderate flow with good filtration
-
Dimmable lighting preferred—naturally shy
Diet:
-
Omnivorous: high-quality flakes or pellets, plus frozen or live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
-
Occasionally supplement with vegetable matter (blanched spinach, spirulina)
-
Feed once daily
Behavior:
-
Generally peaceful; suitable for community tanks with similar-sized fish
-
Can be kept singly, in pairs, or small peaceful groups
-
May become territorial when breeding
Tips:
-
Great alternative to more aggressive cichlids
-
Prefers calm, stable environments—avoid sudden changes
-
Regular water changes (25–30%) keep stress and disease risk low
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
Regular price
$14.98
Scientific Name: Mesonauta festivus
Common Names: Festivus Cichlid, Flag Cichlid
Origin: South America (Amazon and Orinoco River Basins)
Adult Size: 4–6 inches
Lifespan: 6–10 years
Temperament: Peaceful to mildly territorial
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons (larger for groups)
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
-
pH: 6.0–7.5
-
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Tank Setup:
-
Well-planted with hiding spots (driftwood, rocks) and open swimming space
-
Low to moderate flow with good filtration
-
Dimmable lighting preferred—naturally shy
Diet:
-
Omnivorous: high-quality flakes or pellets, plus frozen or live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
-
Occasionally supplement with vegetable matter (blanched spinach, spirulina)
-
Feed once daily
Behavior:
-
Generally peaceful; suitable for community tanks with similar-sized fish
-
Can be kept singly, in pairs, or small peaceful groups
-
May become territorial when breeding
Tips:
-
Great alternative to more aggressive cichlids
-
Prefers calm, stable environments—avoid sudden changes
-
Regular water changes (25–30%) keep stress and disease risk low
Scientific Name: Mesonauta festivus
Common Names: Festivus Cichlid, Flag Cichlid
Origin: South America (Amazon and Orinoco River Basins)
Adult Size: 4–6 inches
Lifespan: 6–10 years
Temperament: Peaceful to mildly territorial
Tank Size: Minimum 40 gallons (larger for groups)
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
-
pH: 6.0–7.5
-
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Tank Setup:
-
Well-planted with hiding spots (driftwood, rocks) and open swimming space
-
Low to moderate flow with good filtration
-
Dimmable lighting preferred—naturally shy
Diet:
-
Omnivorous: high-quality flakes or pellets, plus frozen or live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
-
Occasionally supplement with vegetable matter (blanched spinach, spirulina)
-
Feed once daily
Behavior:
-
Generally peaceful; suitable for community tanks with similar-sized fish
-
Can be kept singly, in pairs, or small peaceful groups
-
May become territorial when breeding
Tips:
-
Great alternative to more aggressive cichlids
-
Prefers calm, stable environments—avoid sudden changes
-
Regular water changes (25–30%) keep stress and disease risk low
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
