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Aquaria Now - The Black Tail Vieja (Vieja melanura)
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Black Tail Vieja - Vieja melanura (Günther, 1862)
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Distribution |
Max. Size |
pH |
Temp. |
Breeding |
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Cichlidae
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Central America
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16"
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Neutral
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75-82° F.
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Intermediate
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| Diet |
Swim Range |
Temperment |
Sociability |
Min. Tank |
Availability |
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Omnivorous
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All Ranges
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Beware
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Pairs
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75 gallons
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Semi-Rare
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No photo
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Notes
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A very large species, male V melanura can reach lengths of 16", while females are a little smaller at 12" when fully-grown. These fish can show aggression towards their own kind if not given plenty of territory in a roomy aquarium.
Provide a diet consisting mainly of vegetable matter.
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