EXPERIENCES WITH CICHLA TEMENSIS

by JIM DAWSON

Cichla temensis was first described by Humboldt in 1821. Often called a peacock bass this large South American predator is very definitely one for a large tank and an extremely good filtration system.

The literature available, which is quite extensive, indicates a size of 60 to 70 cm or 24 to 28 inches, however there is some evidence that this fish can, under optimum conditions, reach 90 cm or 36 inches, however this is based on reports from sport anglers as opposed to fish hobbyists. In all likelihood the size achievable even in a large aquarium is 45 to 50 cm or 18 to 20 inches.

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Welcome to the home of the British Cichlid Association (BCA) on the WWW.

Please take time to browse through all the various sections on this website, it's free to do and all it takes is some of your time. As the site continues to develop you will find you have access to a wealth of information that hopefully may inspire you to try keeping a few of this wonderful family of freshwater fish, the Cichlids.

You will find a link in the main menu to the BCA forum, again you will find a wealth of information here and the support of many experienced cichlid keepers, not just from the UK but right around the world. Membership of the forum is free, all you need do is register and then you too can join in with the discussions and share your experiences with us.

Finally if you like what you have seen and heard you may wish to consider joining the BCA, the full colour journal Cichlidae (published 6 times per year) certainly provides something for all Cichlid keepers.