Cutters Blue-Eye Cichlid (Cryptoheros cutteri) 3cm
Cutters Blue-Eye Cichlid (Cryptoheros cutteri) 3cm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Cutters Blue-Eye Cichlid (Cryptoheros cutteri) 3cm
Description
Description
Cryptoheros cutteri (Cutter's Cichlid) is a beautiful and underrated Central American cichlid featuring distinctive blue eyes, subtle iridescence, and fascinating parental care. Reaching around 4-5 inches, this species remains manageable for most medium-sized aquariums while displaying all the intelligence and personality cichlid enthusiasts love. A hardy omnivore and prolific breeder, C. cutteri makes an excellent choice for hobbyists looking to explore Central American cichlids without the size and aggression of larger species. Suitable for aquariums with plenty of rockwork and caves.
Quick Facts
- Scientific Name: Cryptoheros cutteri
- Common Names: Cutter's Cichlid, Cutter's Blue-Eye Cichlid
- Adult Size: 10 to 12 cm (4 to 5 inches)
- Temperature: 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F)
- pH: 7.0 to 8.0
- Diet: Omnivore, accepts quality pellets, flakes, frozen foods, and live foods
- Lifespan: Typically 3 to 5+ years with proper careÂ
Aquarium Care
- Recommended aquarium size is 55-75 gallons for a pair.
- Provide rockwork, caves, driftwood, and broken lines of sight.
- They enjoy digging and may uproot plants.
- Best suited to moderately hard to hard water.Â
Temperament
- Generally less aggressive than Convict Cichlids but still territorial, especially when breeding.
- Can be kept with similarly sized Central American cichlids, swordtails, larger tetras, and other robust community fish.
- Avoid mixing with closely related species to prevent hybridization.Â
Breeding
- Easy to breed in captivity.
- Forms monogamous pairs and spawns on a cave or hard surface.
- Both parents guard eggs and fry aggressively.
- Breeding colours are striking, with females developing a bold, high-contrast pattern.
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Specifications
Specifications
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CategoryCichlids
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Species TypeDwarf Cichlid
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Water Temperature
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Minimum Tank Size20 Gallons
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Water pH LevelAcidic, Neutral
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Habitat PreferenceDriftwood, Hiding Spots, Planted Tanks, Rocky Tanks
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BehaviourSemi-aggressive, Community Fish
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