Silver Cichlid (Vieja argentea)

Silver Cichlid (Vieja argentea)The Silver Cichlid also described as Paraneetroplus argenteus, is a large Mexican cichlid species that matures to pearly silvery coloration with black speckles. It is found in the rivers and drainage systems of western Mexico. Their native river habitat is comprised mostly of rocky areas and submerged wood tree stumps with most of the submerged vegetation growing near the river banks. The Silver Cichlid is quite aggressive and territorial. This

the body will be white with pink eyes

feeding habits

but will often become active during daytime hours once established in an aquarium with plenty of driftwood

Compatible (with caution): Large

It occurs in two basic color morphs which are called green scat and ruby or red scat

Avoid: Small fish (may be eaten)

This creates a highly-desired lavender coloration covering their whole body

You can however add some large chunks of bogwood

Unlike true predatory arowanas

Also known as the Tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) is a large species of freshwater fish in the family Serrasalmidae

Feed 1–2 times daily

and bloodworms