{"product_id":"green-terror-cichlid","title":"Green Terror Cichlid","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAndinoacara rivulatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Green Terror is a large, striking South American cichlid known for its metallic blue-green coloration and bright orange or white edging along the fins. Mature males can become especially impressive, developing elongated fins and a prominent forehead hump as they age. The species originates from coastal river drainages of western Ecuador and northern Peru. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite their impressive appearance, Green Terrors are \u003cstrong\u003enot community cichlids\u003c\/strong\u003e. They become large, territorial fish and aggression can increase significantly as they mature or form breeding pairs. They are best suited for experienced aquarists who can provide substantial aquarium space and carefully selected tankmates. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate–Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressive \/ Territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 inches — Juvenile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e80+ gallons recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–75°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–8.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–25 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ecuador \u0026amp; Peru, South America \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a large aquarium with a soft sand substrate, driftwood, rocks, caves, and substantial visual barriers. Green Terrors are active diggers, so rooted plants may be disturbed. Strong biological filtration and consistent maintenance are particularly important because this species is sensitive to deteriorating water quality. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a varied diet based around quality cichlid pellets or sticks supplemented with frozen or live foods such as shrimp, mussels, worms, and other appropriately sized foods. Vegetable matter should also be included periodically. Avoid mammalian meats such as beefheart as a regular food. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are purchasing a \u003cstrong\u003ejuvenile Green Terror approximately 1–2 inches in size\u003c\/strong\u003e. Juveniles will not display the full metallic green-blue coloration, bright fin edging, extended fins, or forehead development seen in mature adults. Coloration and body development will increase significantly with age. Unless specifically stated otherwise, juveniles are sold unsexed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52679248249112,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-14at10.11.50AM.png?v=1789395267","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/green-terror-cichlid","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}