Midas Cichlid

Midas Cichlid for Sale: Buy Live Midas Cichlids Online

If you want a true monster cichlid, this Midas Cichlid for sale is a classic choice. Order a juvenile Amphilophus citrinellus and watch it grow into a 14″ powerhouse with a proud nuchal hump, full lips and solid yellow, orange, red or white color. Native to the lakes of Nicaragua and Costa Rica, the Midas is one of the most famous American cichlids and has been used to breed popular hybrids such as the Flowerhorn and Blood Parrot.

Midas Cichlid Varieties and Sizes

Choose your color and size. Juveniles color up and develop their hump as they mature.

• Yellow/Orange Midas: the classic golden to orange form.
• Red Midas: deep red-orange coloration.
• White Midas: a pale white to pinkish form.
• Sizes: Small (1-2″), Medium (2-3″) and Large (3-4″).

Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Amphilophus citrinellus
• Adult size: up to 14″
• Minimum tank: 75-125 gallons
• Temperament: highly aggressive and territorial
• Care level: moderate, best for experienced cichlid keepers
• Water parameters: 70-82°F, pH 6.5-8.0
• Diet: omnivore; cichlid pellets, krill, shrimp, insects and vegetables

Care and Tank Setup

A Midas Cichlid needs a large, sturdy setup. Start juveniles in at least 75 gallons and plan for 125 gallons for a full-grown adult. Use strong filtration rated well above the tank volume, since these heavy eaters produce a lot of waste. Sand or smooth gravel, large rocks set on the bottom glass and a few caves make a good layout. This fish digs and moves decorations, so keep equipment secure and heaters guarded. Feed a high-quality cichlid pellet daily, with frozen foods and vegetables a few times a week, and change 25 to 30 percent of the water weekly.

Tank Mates

Midas Cichlids are among the most aggressive cichlids in the hobby and are often kept alone. In very large tanks, experienced keepers combine them with similarly sized, robust fish such as the Albino Oscar and armored catfish like the L-83 Sailfin Pleco. Fans of hump-headed cichlids also love the Red Hump Head Flowerhorn, which shares Midas ancestry but should live in its own tank. Related tough cichlids include our new Red Devil Cichlid and Texas Cichlid, but only mix them with a Midas in a huge tank and with a backup plan.

Why Buy Your Midas Cichlid From Aquarium Live Fish Store

Buy your Midas Cichlid online from Aquarium Live Fish Store and get a healthy, acclimated fish that is carefully packed and shipped to your door. It is an easy way to shop for a big-personality cichlid without searching local stores.

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