{"product_id":"haitian-cichlid-nandopsis-haitiensis-3-4-cm","title":"Haitian Cichlid | Nandopsis haitiensis (3–4cm)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"newlands-animal-care-guide\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Haitian Cichlid is a powerful Caribbean species that develops striking dark and pale contrast as it matures. It is suited to experienced keepers planning a dedicated adult setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 - 4 cm. Adult size is shown below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnglish name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHaitian Cichlid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLatin name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNandopsis haitiensis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHispaniola, including Haiti and the Dominican Republic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 25-35 cm; large males may exceed this\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTypical lifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 years or more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerritorial, particularly around breeding sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTank level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiddle and lower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSocial needs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually keep singly; pairs can be highly aggressive even towards one another.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAquarium size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlan at least 450 litres with a 150 × 60 cm base for one adult; a breeding pair requires substantially more room and separation facilities.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003epH\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0-8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-20 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong biological filtration, high oxygenation and robust shelters. Secure rockwork on the base because these fish can move substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery territorial and potentially destructive towards tankmates. Do not treat a small juvenile as a community fish; plan separation before attempting a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed measured portions of quality cichlid foods with a balanced vegetable component and suitable aquatic invertebrates. Avoid rich mammal meat and overfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoutine Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fully cycled aquarium before adding livestock. Check temperature, appetite and behaviour daily. Test water regularly: ammonia and nitrite must remain at zero. Make regular partial water changes with conditioned water matched to the aquarium's temperature and chemistry. Keep nitrate low and rinse biological filter media in removed aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClick \u0026amp; Collect Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou can order online for Click \u0026amp; Collect.\u003c\/strong\u003e We will confirm when your livestock is ready to collect from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. We do not deliver live fish or aquatic invertebrates. Please have a suitable, fully prepared aquarium ready before collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Petra - Aqua Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55524020289863,"sku":"1121629","price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/HaitianCichlid_Nandopsishaitiensis_2.png?v=1790965653","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/haitian-cichlid-nandopsis-haitiensis-3-4-cm","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}