Green Terror Cichlid

Andinoacara rivulatus

Minimum Tank Size

75 gal; larger with tank mates

Temperature

72–82°F

PH

6.5–8.0

Adult Size

8–12 in

Temperament 

Aggressive, territorial

Care Difficulty

Advanced

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore/carnivore; quality cichlid pellets and varied frozen foods.

Care Instructions

Provide a large tank, sturdy decor and careful aggression management.

Flow & Filtration

Strong filtration and good oxygenation.

Planted Tank Suitability

Limited; digging and uprooting are common.

Tank Mate Compatibility

Good Tank Mates
  • Large Pleco
  • Very Robust Large Fish

Use Caution 
  • Oscar
  • Jack Dempsey
  • Other Large Cichlids

Avoid
  • Small Community Fish
  • Shrimp
  • Betta

Compatibility Notes

Aggression can be severe; large tank size and escape territories are essential.

Breeding Notes

Substrate spawner with strong parental defense.