Jewel Cichlid

Hemichromis is a genus of fish from the family Cichlidae, known in the aquarium trade as Jewel cichlids. Jewel cichlids are native to west Africa and northeast Africa. Within west Africa Hemichromis species are found in creeks, streams, rivers and lakes with a variety of water qualities including brackish water lagoons.
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Common Name
Jewel Cichlid
Other Common Names
Jewel Fish
Scientific Name
Hemichromis bimaculatus
Family
Cichlidae
Community
Aggressive
Class
Cichlids
Temperature
78ºF
Swimming Range
Middle-Bottom
Adult Length
4-6 inches
Feeding Habits
Live fish, blood worms, glass worms, brine shrimp and tubifex worms. Frozen plankton, beef heart, brine shrimp, glass worms and blood worms. Freeze dried and tablet foods also accepted.
Compatibility
Very aggressive and territorial especially during spawning. Mix with other similar sized aggressive cichlids.
Habitat
Africa: Densely decorated with rocks, plastic plants and driftwood. Use only hardy live potted plants, as the jewels may uproot them.
Breeding
The male has larger jewel spots on his gill plates. During spawning 200-500 eggs can be produced, and both the parents take care of the brood.
Additional Comments
Very aggressive cichlid. By keeping the aquarium densely decorated, it will help cut down on the aggression towards other fish in the aquarium.