Bucktooth Parrot

Cichlasoma festivum

Peaceful cichlid with distinctive head shape.

Care Parameters

Adult size

15 cm

Min tank

200 L

Temperature

22–27°C

5.5–7

Diet

Omnivore

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Water zone

Middle

Difficulty

Intermediate

Suitable Plants

Ambulia

Care profile for Ambulia: medium light, low CO₂, beginner difficulty.

Dwarf Lettuce

A floating rosette plant resembling small lettuce heads. Provides shade, absorbs excess nutrients, and offers cover for fry. Roots provide habitat for microorganisms.

Anubias barteri

Care profile for Anubias barteri: low light, none CO₂, beginner difficulty.

Bacopa caroliniana

A hardy, straightforward stem plant with thick, oval leaves on upright stems. One of the easiest background plants, tolerating a wide range of conditions and requiring minimal maintenance.

Dwarf Hairgrass

Care profile for Dwarf Hairgrass: medium-high light, medium CO₂, intermediate difficulty.

Compatible Invertebrates

Cherry Shrimp

The most popular freshwater shrimp — bright red coloration, extremely hardy, and prolific breeder. The gateway species for shrimp keeping. Tolerates a wide range of conditions.

Nerite Snail

The best algae-eating snail for aquariums. Cannot reproduce in freshwater, so populations stay stable. Comes in zebra, tiger, and olive patterns. Will lay white eggs on glass.

Babaulti Shrimp

A small, colorful freshwater shrimp available in green, brown, and striped morphs. Hardy and easy to breed, making them excellent additions to planted community tanks.

Crystal Red Shrimp

A high-grade bee shrimp bred for its striking white-and-red pattern. Demanding keeper: thrives only in soft, acidic water (GH 4-6 dGH) and practically requires reverse-osmosis water with an active buffering substrate. Stable cool temperatures around 22 C are essential.