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