Cleithracara maronii
| Common Names: | Keyhole Cichlid |
| Synonyms: | Acara maronii Aequidens maronii |
| Family: | Cichlidae |
| Category: | Cichlids |
| Distribution: | America - South; Guyana, South America. |
| Main Ecosystem: | Delta; Delta |
| Temperament: | Timid; Quite peaceful. Timid. |
| Diet: | Carnivore; Carnivore |
| Care: | Feed with flakes. A few hiding places are recommended, as well as surface vegetation to dim the light. |
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| Potential Size: | Male: 10.16cm (4") Female: 10.16cm (4") |
| Water Region: | Middle, Bottom; Middle-Bottom |
| Activity: | Diurnal; Diurnal |
| Gender: | Mature males have longer, pointed anal and dorsal fins. |
| Breeding: | Use pH of 6.5 and a higher temperature of 25-27°C. The eggs are laid on large flat rocks. Do not remove them after spawning as most are excellent parents. With appropriate pairs, Keyhole Cichlids are not hard to breed. |
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| Comments: | Can be very timid at times, so much so that they will not eat until they become re-accustomed to their surroundings. This fish gets it nickname from the large spot on its flank or side. The original species collected, had this large spot as well as a black mark extending downward from the spot. Many you find today for sale, will also have this marking. It gives the appearance of an old fashion like key hole. |
| Main Colours: | Grey, Black |
| Markings: | Striped And Spotted |
| Mouth: | Normal |
| Tail: | Flat |
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| Submitted By: | Adam |
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