NICARAGUENSE CICHLID

(Hypsophrys nicaraguensis)

2 to 3 inches, mixed sex

The Nicaraguense Cichlid, also called the Macaw Cichlid, is one of the most striking and intelligent Central American cichlids. Males display vivid metallic blue and gold tones with red accents, while females show bright orange bellies and elegant patterns.

Tank-raised on our licensed Florida aquaculture farm, each fish is carefully selected for health and quality before shipping. These cichlids are semi-aggressive and do best in larger aquariums with other medium to large Central or South American species.

Whether you keep Central American or African cichlids, the Nicaraguense adds color, personality, and movement to any aquarium.

📏 Care Information

Scientific Name: Hypsophrys nicaraguensis
Common Name: Nicaraguense Cichlid, Macaw Cichlid
Size at Sale: ~2 inches (juvenile)
Adult Size: 8–10 inches
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Temperature: 75–82°F
pH Range: 7.0–8.0
Diet: Pellets, flakes, frozen, and live foods

Cichlids are among the most colorful and intelligent freshwater fish, and ours are tank-raised right here in Florida for strength and adaptability. Whether you keep African, Central American, or Dwarf Cichlids, you’ll love their bold personality, vibrant coloration, and engaging behavior. Each one is hand-selected from TilapiaStore.com, bred for quality and shipped with care from our licensed aquaculture facility.

📦 Shipping Information

We ship every Monday from our Florida farm using USPS Priority Mail (1–3 business days) or FedEx Express (1–2 days) depending on weather and location.
All fish are packed with pure oxygen, insulated boxes, and heat or ice packs as needed to ensure safe delivery.

Please note that e-commerce delivery estimates may not reflect our Monday-only shipping schedule.

✅ Live Arrival Guarantee

Clear photos of any DOA fish in the unopened bag must be provided within 1 hour of the first delivery attempt.
Refund applies to the fish cost only (shipping non-refundable) or a store credit may be issued on TilapiaStore.com.
No returns accepted on live animals.

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